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FV61 HBE

2011 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

135,240 mi
Last recorded135,240 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW X578,686 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV61 HBE
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 135,240 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2025 125,122 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2023 121,057 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2022 115,582 miles

both rear tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 20 Dec 2021 106,787 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2020 99,007 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 90,931 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2019 90,931 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Oct 2018 81,257 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 71,525 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 61,481 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 52,336 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 40,030 miles

smoke test too clean to read.

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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FV61 HBE is a 2011 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2011 BMW X5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 78,686 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 FV61 HBE, 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 15 years old, this BMW X5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FV61 HBE registered?

FV61 HBE is a 2011 BMW X5, first registered on 14 October 2011.

Is FV61 HBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV61 HBE shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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