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DB52 GKB

2002 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2022
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

168,521 mi
Last recorded168,521 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2021
Typical for 2002 BMW X598,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDB52 GKB
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2021 168,521 miles

Nearside Front c v gaiter

Pass 18 May 2020 164,853 miles

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

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

Fail 5 May 2020 164,785 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Fuel system component leaking under side of fuel tank (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm outer ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm outer ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2019 157,363 miles

both front tyres wearing on the inner and outer edges

Pass 29 Jan 2018 150,772 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2017 138,137 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2016 129,756 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

child seats fitted

items removed prior to test

oil leak

under trays fitted

Fail 30 Dec 2015 129,679 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

child seats fitted

items removed prior to test

oil leak

under trays fitted

Pass 1 Dec 2014 121,502 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2013 114,895 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Dec 2013 114,895 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 113,470 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 108,576 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 17 Aug 2011 104,151 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 96,678 miles

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 17 Aug 2010 96,641 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2009 85,328 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 73,406 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2008 73,402 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 14 Aug 2007 61,065 miles

original ,vt 32 still applies to test number 584485527231

Fail 13 Aug 2007 61,065 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

cannot see both n/s and o/s outer sills to test due to plastic covers fitted

cannot see front to rear metal brake pipes to test due to plastic covers fitted

rear number plate laminate starting to seperate

slight free play in steering rack

Pass 29 Aug 2006 47,772 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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DB52 GKB is a 2002 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2002 BMW X5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 98,495 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 DB52 GKB, 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 24 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 DB52 GKB registered?

DB52 GKB is a 2002 BMW X5, first registered on 1 September 2002.

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