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FD66 XUG

2016 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

81,518 mi
Last recorded81,518 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW X556,128 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD66 XUG
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 81,518 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2025 76,405 miles

undercovers fitted restricting view of some testable items

Fail 4 Mar 2025 76,378 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

undercovers fitted restricting view of some testable items

Pass 7 Mar 2024 71,064 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2023 66,100 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 62,068 miles

Windscreen damaged, not adversely affecting driver's view

Pass 3 Dec 2020 56,830 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2019 44,874 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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FD66 XUG is a 2016 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FD66 XUG, 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 FD66 XUG registered?

FD66 XUG is a 2016 BMW X5, first registered on 8 December 2016.

Is FD66 XUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD66 XUG shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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