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DY06 HYC

2006 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

153,300 mi
Last recorded153,300 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW X598,483 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY06 HYC
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 153,300 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

General corrosion to suspension components/axles

General underbody corrosion

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Undertrays fitted

Pass 21 Mar 2023 148,473 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2022 139,321 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 130,004 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 120,624 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2019 120,572 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 110,970 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded Both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Apr 2017 102,521 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2017 102,521 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2016 89,333 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2016 89,333 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2015 80,396 miles

rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Fail 23 Apr 2015 80,396 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 25 Apr 2014 64,309 miles

Brakes ; decelerometer brake test only 4 WD

Brakes ; n/s/f brake pipe corroded

Driveshafts ; o/s/f outer c.v. gaiter deteriorated

Engine / bay covers / under guards & mouldings fitted , restricting views

Tyres ; both front tyres tread close to manufacturers wear limit , n/s small but deep cut at inner tread

Fail 24 Apr 2014 64,289 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Brakes ; decelerometer brake test only 4 WD

Brakes ; n/s/f brake pipe corroded

Engine / bay covers / under guards & mouldings fitted , restricting views

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

Tyres ; both front tyres tread close to manufacturers wear limit , n/s small but deep cut at inner tread

Pass 25 Apr 2013 58,567 miles

Nearside Front Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit slightly cracked (2.5.C.1d)

Offside Front Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit slightly cracked (2.5.C.1d)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 52,255 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 45,473 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 39,591 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 30,694 miles

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

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

n/s/front tyre wearing on inner edge. o/s/ rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 9 Apr 2009 30,694 miles

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

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

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

n/s/front tyre wearing on inner edge. o/s/ rear tyre wearing on inner edge

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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DY06 HYC is a 2006 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 DY06 HYC, 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 DY06 HYC registered?

DY06 HYC is a 2006 BMW X5, first registered on 13 March 2006.

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