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BN61 TYT

2011 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

137,483 mi
Last recorded137,483 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW X578,686 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN61 TYT
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 137,483 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive around gear/box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2024 134,565 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive around gear/box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front back plate insecure

Offside Front back plate insecure and rubbing against inner disc

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive around differential box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2023 128,345 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2023 128,342 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2022 119,645 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge shoulder edge worn smooth (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Oct 2022 119,642 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge shoulder edge worn smooth (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Oct 2021 112,078 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2021 112,078 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working on tail gate (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge shoulder edge worn smooth (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Sep 2020 102,284 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2019 93,747 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 81,115 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2017 73,475 miles

Nearside Rear air bellows badly frayed

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

both rear tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 11 Oct 2016 61,981 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Oct 2015 51,945 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 22 Sep 2014 41,642 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the BMW X5?

Based on 1,735,343 MOT tests across 137,484 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
7,400
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
137,484
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,544
constant velocity joint gaiter split 29,936
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 29,587
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,930
constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 21,276
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BN61 TYT is a 2011 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2011 BMW X5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 78,686 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW X5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,544 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BN61 TYT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X5 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 15 years old, this BMW X5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BN61 TYT registered?

BN61 TYT is a 2011 BMW X5, first registered on 18 October 2011.

Is BN61 TYT safe to buy?

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