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BU56 ZGL

2006 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

116,406 mi
Last recorded116,406 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW X598,483 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU56 ZGL
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 116,406 miles

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

Fail 9 Sep 2025 116,406 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2024 108,672 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 102,912 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2023 102,912 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Aug 2022 101,445 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 100,175 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 98,770 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 95,780 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 93,951 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 88,506 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 80,151 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 72,620 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 65,192 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 57,683 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 50,601 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Sep 2010 45,092 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 35,577 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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BU56 ZGL 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 BU56 ZGL, 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 BU56 ZGL registered?

BU56 ZGL is a 2006 BMW X5, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is BU56 ZGL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU56 ZGL 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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