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FY56 LDC

2006 BMW X5

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

91,517 mi
Last recorded91,517 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW X598,483 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY56 LDC
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 91,517 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2024 82,909 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2023 69,970 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Dec 2022 57,519 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2022 57,519 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Dec 2021 53,645 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2021 53,645 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 49,470 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 42,735 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2019 42,664 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 37,119 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted.

Pass 13 Apr 2017 31,048 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 30,223 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 28,713 miles

signs of leaking on pas piping

washers weaken when operated

Pass 23 Jul 2014 27,267 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 25,774 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2013 25,774 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 2 Aug 2012 23,969 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 21,283 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 18,940 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 14,700 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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FY56 LDC is a 2006 BMW X5 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 FY56 LDC, 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 FY56 LDC registered?

FY56 LDC is a 2006 BMW X5, first registered on 8 September 2006.

Is FY56 LDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY56 LDC shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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