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DE55 XBC

2005 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

111,293 mi
Last recorded111,293 miles
Recorded on17 May 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW X598,671 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE55 XBC
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 May 2017 111,293 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded To brake hose (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Lower Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush Rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Has a reading of 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded To brake hose (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Offside Rear Lower Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush Rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 12 May 2017 111,286 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded To brake hose (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Lower Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush Rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Has a reading of 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded To brake hose (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Offside Rear Lower Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush Rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 19 Apr 2016 101,201 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 92,370 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 7 May 2014 84,746 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 77,764 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 30 Apr 2013 77,764 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Aug 2012 71,980 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 64,157 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 55,472 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 42,437 miles

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

Fail 30 Jul 2009 42,436 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Both front wiperblade rubbers splitting.

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

Pass 5 Aug 2008 32,934 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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DE55 XBC is a 2005 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 DE55 XBC, 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.

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What year was DE55 XBC registered?

DE55 XBC is a 2005 BMW X5, first registered on 23 November 2005.

Is DE55 XBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE55 XBC shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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