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EK06 GYX

2006 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

101,211 mi
Last recorded101,211 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2017
Typical for 2006 BMW X598,483 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK06 GYX
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2017 101,211 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 87,754 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 77,542 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 68,855 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2014 68,855 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 61,933 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2012 52,283 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 52,283 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Brake fluid/pad warning light on.

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

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

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

Rear brake pads on 1.5mm

Pass 18 Apr 2011 44,069 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 36,167 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 16 Apr 2009 25,782 miles

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

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

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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

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

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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EK06 GYX is a 2006 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 EK06 GYX, 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

How do I check the history of EK06 GYX?

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What year was EK06 GYX registered?

EK06 GYX is a 2006 BMW X5, first registered on 21 April 2006.

Is EK06 GYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK06 GYX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EK06 GYX have outstanding finance?

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