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BO05 PAR

2006 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

173,844 mi
Last recorded173,844 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW X598,483 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBO05 PAR
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 173,844 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2023 166,483 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2023 161,082 miles

STEERING RACK SEEPING.

Pass 14 Jan 2022 154,401 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2021 146,128 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear lower wishbone / H bar bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2019 124,799 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material above rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 115,862 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 106,937 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear wiper blade deteriorated

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

full floor trays fitted

park brake 17%

Pass 4 Jul 2016 99,273 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge worn (4.1.E.1)

Fail 4 Jul 2016 99,273 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge worn (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 92,992 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 84,109 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Jul 2013 66,068 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2012 59,131 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Unable to see full condition of brake and fuel pipes owing to covers fitted to underside of vehicle

Pass 1 Aug 2012 59,131 miles

Unable to see full condition of brake and fuel pipes owing to covers fitted to underside of vehicle

Pass 21 Jul 2011 51,421 miles

Unable to see full condition of brake & fuel pipes owing to covers fitted to underside of vehicle

Pass 26 Jul 2010 44,411 miles

Unable to see full condition of brake and fuel pipes owing to covers fitted to underside of vehicle

Pass 7 Aug 2009 37,919 miles

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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BO05 PAR is a 2006 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2006 BMW X5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 98,483 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 BO05 PAR, 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 20 years old, this BMW X5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BO05 PAR registered?

BO05 PAR is a 2006 BMW X5, first registered on 8 November 2006.

Is BO05 PAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BO05 PAR shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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