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CBF 8Y

2005 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

126,507 mi
Last recorded126,507 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW X598,671 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCBF 8Y
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 126,507 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2025 123,605 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2024 120,546 miles

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

Fail 2 Feb 2024 120,544 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Jan 2023 116,774 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2022 112,331 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 107,407 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 102,419 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 96,736 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2018 91,403 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 85,538 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 79,036 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 73,769 miles

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

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 23 Jan 2014 66,834 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Jan 2013 59,576 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 51,508 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 43,680 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 34,837 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 32,216 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 24,776 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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CBF 8Y is a 2005 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 2005 BMW X5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 98,671 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 CBF 8Y, 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 21 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 CBF 8Y registered?

CBF 8Y is a 2005 BMW X5, first registered on 28 September 2005.

Is CBF 8Y safe to buy?

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