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2011 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

142,594 mi
Last recorded142,594 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW X578,686 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC5 APP
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 142,594 miles

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

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 23 Oct 2024 138,194 miles

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Fail 22 Oct 2024 138,194 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 255/55x18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

under trays fitted

Pass 1 Nov 2023 133,089 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Nov 2023 133,089 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2022 128,924 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2021 124,472 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 120,918 miles

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

Stone chips in windscreen

Pass 10 Jan 2020 116,426 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Dec 2018 101,865 miles

stone chip in windscreen outside swept area

Pass 29 Dec 2017 90,711 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2016 76,727 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 62,074 miles

Both front tyres are wearing on inner and outer edges

Both rear tyres are wearing on inner edges

Pass 8 Jan 2015 49,037 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 39,455 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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C5 APP is a 2011 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 C5 APP, 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 C5 APP registered?

C5 APP is a 2011 BMW X5, first registered on 21 January 2011.

Is C5 APP safe to buy?

The MOT history for C5 APP shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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