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EX05 JZL

2005 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

112,996 mi
Last recorded112,996 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW X598,671 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX05 JZL
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 112,996 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2025 103,973 miles

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

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

Offside Rear tyre badly worn on inner edge

Pass 24 Apr 2024 96,501 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2024 96,440 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Apr 2023 89,988 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2023 89,988 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2022 83,203 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2021 77,566 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2020 75,171 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 70,656 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 64,550 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 59,619 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2017 59,619 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2016 55,116 miles

both front tyres deteriorated [cracked]

Pass 27 Mar 2015 50,674 miles

front tyres cracking

Pass 28 Mar 2014 46,664 miles

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

both rear tyres deteriorated [cracked]

Pass 27 Mar 2013 43,485 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2012 39,335 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2011 34,677 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 34,677 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 30,536 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 25,190 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 20,818 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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EX05 JZL is a 2005 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 EX05 JZL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EX05 JZL registered?

EX05 JZL is a 2005 BMW X5, first registered on 29 March 2005.

Is EX05 JZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX05 JZL shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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