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EY66 FXC

2016 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

102,758 mi
Last recorded102,758 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW X556,128 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY66 FXC
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 102,758 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on the outer edge of the tread pattern (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on the inner edge of the tread pattern (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on the inner edge of the tread pattern (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Feb 2025 93,271 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2025 93,271 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Feb 2024 81,772 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2024 81,772 miles

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))

Pass 3 Oct 2022 67,890 miles

advisory engine cover and under tray fitted

Pass 1 Oct 2021 52,013 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 43,336 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 27 Sep 2019 35,515 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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EY66 FXC is a 2016 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2016 BMW X5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 56,128 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 EY66 FXC, 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 10 years old, this BMW X5 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was EY66 FXC registered?

EY66 FXC is a 2016 BMW X5, first registered on 30 September 2016.

Is EY66 FXC safe to buy?

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