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BW66 GOX

2016 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

73,289 mi
Last recorded73,289 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW X556,128 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW66 GOX
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 73,289 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 1 May 2025 59,159 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2024 46,217 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 38,370 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2023 38,282 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 275/40/20 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Jun 2022 31,014 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2021 24,734 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 26 Jun 2020 17,928 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2020 17,928 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Feb 2020 17,142 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2020 17,142 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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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BW66 GOX is a 2016 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2016 BMW X5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 56,128 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 BW66 GOX, 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 10 years old, this BMW X5 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BW66 GOX registered?

BW66 GOX is a 2016 BMW X5, first registered on 30 December 2016.

Is BW66 GOX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW66 GOX shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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