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CE56 XAK

2006 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2021
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

184,812 mi
Last recorded184,812 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW X598,483 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE56 XAK
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2020 184,812 miles

Nearside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached OUTER SUPORT (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive DIIFF OIL SEAL SLIGHT LEAK (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Nov 2020 184,812 miles

Nearside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached OUTER SUPORT (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive DIIFF OIL SEAL SLIGHT LEAK (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) all not working SWITCH WIRE FAULT (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 26 Oct 2019 180,135 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2019 180,121 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm TYRE FITTED (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid FILLED UP (3.5 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working SWITCH WIRES REPAIRED (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 3 Oct 2018 175,720 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2017 157,342 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded All rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Fail 2 Oct 2017 157,305 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Brake pipe slightly corroded All rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2016 141,896 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both wearing on inners (4.1.E.1)

covers fitted obscuring some components

Fail 5 Sep 2016 141,896 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both wearing on inners (4.1.E.1)

covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 19 Aug 2015 124,689 miles

ALL STEEL BRAKE PIPES LIGHT RUST

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT (2.4.G.2)

Fail 17 Aug 2015 124,534 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2014 108,057 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 93,285 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 78,857 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 67,019 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2010 46,905 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 41,605 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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CE56 XAK is a 2006 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 CE56 XAK, 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 CE56 XAK registered?

CE56 XAK is a 2006 BMW X5, first registered on 15 September 2006.

Is CE56 XAK safe to buy?

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