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FH06 ZWU

2006 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

94,330 mi
Last recorded94,330 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW X598,483 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH06 ZWU
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 94,330 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2025 94,330 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Nov 2021 90,738 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2020 87,782 miles

NOISE FROM THE N/S REAR WHEN WHEEL IS ROTATED AND IT SOUNDS LIKE IT IS COMING FROM INSIDE THE HAND BRAKE DRUM

Offside Front TYRE OUTER SIDE WALL IS CUT

UNDER-TRAYS AND SILL COVERS FITTED

Fail 30 Oct 2020 87,782 miles

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

NOISE FROM THE N/S REAR WHEN WHEEL IS ROTATED AND IT SOUNDS LIKE IT IS COMING FROM INSIDE THE HAND BRAKE DRUM

Offside Front TYRE OUTER SIDE WALL IS CUT

UNDER-TRAYS AND SILL COVERS FITTED

Pass 8 Nov 2019 85,926 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2018 83,557 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

UNDER-TRAYS FITTED

Pass 31 Oct 2017 78,352 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

SILL COVERS FITTED

UNDER-TRAYS FITTED

VARIOUS BRAKE PIPES ARE RUSTED

Fail 31 Oct 2017 78,352 miles

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

SILL COVERS FITTED

UNDER-TRAYS FITTED

VARIOUS BRAKE PIPES ARE RUSTED

Pass 14 Nov 2016 72,400 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

under trays and engine covers fitted obscuring some parts

Fail 12 Nov 2016 72,396 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

under trays and engine covers fitted obscuring some parts

Pass 6 Nov 2015 64,973 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 57,845 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 51,314 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Oct 2012 42,717 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2011 36,956 miles

ALL TYRES LOW TREAD.

Rear brake pads low.

Pass 22 Jul 2010 29,066 miles

parking brake low effort

Pass 15 May 2009 19,288 miles

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

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

Fail 15 May 2009 19,288 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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FH06 ZWU is a 2006 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 FH06 ZWU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FH06 ZWU registered?

FH06 ZWU is a 2006 BMW X5, first registered on 14 June 2006.

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The MOT history for FH06 ZWU shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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