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FB06 KEJ

2006 BMW X5

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

135,236 mi
Last recorded135,236 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW X598,483 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB06 KEJ
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2022 135,236 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT BUSHES N/S + O/S (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Nov 2021 131,235 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 125,702 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 27 Nov 2020 125,695 miles

Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 118,398 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

both rear brake hoses (pipes) covered in grease

Fail 3 Jun 2019 118,398 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both rear brake hoses (pipes) covered in grease

Pass 23 May 2018 114,071 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both hose/pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 May 2017 10,059 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 24 May 2017 100,059 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front arm (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front arm (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 7 May 2016 91,176 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 84,515 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear exhaust heatshield insecure

vehicle undertrays limiting inspection of various testable items

Pass 26 Feb 2014 52,405 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 6 Mar 2013 41,660 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 28,027 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 25,708 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2011 25,708 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 26 Jun 2010 20,109 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 14,409 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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FB06 KEJ is a 2006 BMW X5 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FB06 KEJ, 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.

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What year was FB06 KEJ registered?

FB06 KEJ is a 2006 BMW X5, first registered on 18 July 2006.

Is FB06 KEJ safe to buy?

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