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FE16 VYV

2016 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

93,520 mi
Last recorded93,520 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW X556,128 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE16 VYV
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 9 Apr 2026 93,520 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Apr 2025 83,381 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside and Offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside and Offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2024 73,100 miles

Nearside 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 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Mar 2023 64,646 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 56,458 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 45,318 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 42,226 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 28,745 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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FE16 VYV is a 2016 BMW X5 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FE16 VYV, 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

How do I check the history of FE16 VYV?

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What year was FE16 VYV registered?

FE16 VYV is a 2016 BMW X5, first registered on 1 March 2016.

Is FE16 VYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE16 VYV shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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