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FA16 ZDW

2016 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

59,869 mi
Last recorded59,869 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW X556,128 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA16 ZDW
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 59,869 miles

Large Undertray Fitted

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front & Rear Suspension Bushes Perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2025 56,502 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2024 48,585 miles

offside rear tyre is worn on inner edge

Fail 1 Aug 2024 48,585 miles

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

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

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

offside rear tyre is worn on inner edge

Pass 31 Jul 2023 40,900 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 34,034 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2021 26,825 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

both rear tyres are worn on inner edge

front tyres are worn on inner/outer edges

Pass 31 Jul 2020 20,429 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 14,327 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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FA16 ZDW 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 88.9%.

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 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 FA16 ZDW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FA16 ZDW registered?

FA16 ZDW is a 2016 BMW X5, first registered on 1 August 2016.

Is FA16 ZDW safe to buy?

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