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CE55 RXV

2005 BMW X5

Green Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

142,647 mi
Last recorded142,647 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW X598,671 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE55 RXV
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2018 142,647 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2017 138,060 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 19 Nov 2016 132,298 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2015 126,352 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2015 126,352 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2014 120,826 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2013 113,397 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Oct 2012 100,716 miles

front and rear brake pads worn

nearside front and both rear tyres worn

Pass 10 Oct 2011 87,177 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 219,679 miles

hand brake lever has little reserve travel left

Pass 18 Sep 2009 178,738 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 18 Sep 2008 137,765 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 18 Sep 2008 137,762 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

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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CE55 RXV is a 2005 BMW X5 in Green with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 CE55 RXV, 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 CE55 RXV registered?

CE55 RXV is a 2005 BMW X5, first registered on 23 September 2005.

Is CE55 RXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE55 RXV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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