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FM56 SZW

2006 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

125,825 mi
Last recorded125,825 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW X598,483 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM56 SZW
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2019 125,825 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2019 125,825 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2018 93,191 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Feb 2017 75,810 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 64,486 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2015 59,811 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 53,148 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 46,346 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2013 46,346 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Plastic covers fitted to engine,both sills and underneath vehicle

Pass 20 Feb 2012 39,416 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

nearside and offside front tyres wearing on outter edge

Pass 16 Feb 2011 33,235 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2011 33,235 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivot(s) retaining device insecure (3.1.4b)

Fail 15 Feb 2010 25,410 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Feb 2010 25,410 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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FM56 SZW is a 2006 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 FM56 SZW, 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

How do I check the history of FM56 SZW?

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What year was FM56 SZW registered?

FM56 SZW is a 2006 BMW X5, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is FM56 SZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM56 SZW shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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