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HFZ 6172

2011 BMW X5

Black Diesel 3000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

56,232 mi
Last recorded56,232 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW X578,686 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHFZ 6172
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 56,232 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all slightly lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 30 Apr 2026 56,232 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all slightly lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2025 54,396 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged both slight damage in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 2 May 2025 54,396 miles

Offside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Front Tyre slightly damaged both slight damage in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2024 52,961 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2023 51,638 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 50,175 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2022 50,175 miles

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel fractured leaking air (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Apr 2021 48,025 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2020 46,606 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 21 Feb 2020 46,605 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 44,918 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2018 41,881 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 41,854 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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HFZ 6172 is a 2011 BMW X5 in Black with a 3,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 HFZ 6172, 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 HFZ 6172 registered?

HFZ 6172 is a 2011 BMW X5, first registered on 3 October 2011.

Is HFZ 6172 safe to buy?

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