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HG56 SFX

2006 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

215,338 mi
Last recorded215,338 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW X598,483 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG56 SFX
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2023 215,338 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Sep 2022 208,332 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2022 208,332 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2021 200,525 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 190,911 miles

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

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated hand lever (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 26 Sep 2019 183,615 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 172,594 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 163,450 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 149,184 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2015 137,102 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 136,636 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 132,441 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2013 128,739 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2013 128,707 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 122,890 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Mar 2011 116,689 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 12 Apr 2010 110,629 miles

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

noise on roadtest possible brake shoes at rear

Fail 10 Apr 2010 110,628 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS

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

noise on roadtest possible brake shoes at rear

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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HG56 SFX is a 2006 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HG56 SFX, 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 HG56 SFX registered?

HG56 SFX is a 2006 BMW X5, first registered on 19 December 2006.

Is HG56 SFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG56 SFX shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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