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EX55 UUE

2005 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

200,024 mi
Last recorded200,024 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW X598,671 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX55 UUE
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2022 200,024 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 195,867 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 189,607 miles

Both head light deteriorated

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Sep 2019 185,315 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 178,501 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside/nearside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside/nearside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 167,727 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 161,991 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 157,337 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 150,226 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2014 150,226 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2013 140,902 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 122,905 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 106,233 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 91,167 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2010 91,166 miles

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

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 15 Sep 2009 75,729 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 55,550 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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EX55 UUE is a 2005 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 EX55 UUE, 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 EX55 UUE registered?

EX55 UUE is a 2005 BMW X5, first registered on 16 September 2005.

Is EX55 UUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX55 UUE shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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