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HS06 LXM

2006 BMW X5

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

130,237 mi
Last recorded130,237 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW X598,483 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHS06 LXM
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 130,237 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2024 128,302 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 2 May 2024 128,295 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2023 125,339 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2023 125,336 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2022 117,640 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 107,710 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2020 102,280 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 99,214 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 26 Feb 2018 96,843 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2018 96,813 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 26 Jan 2017 93,660 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2017 93,660 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2016 91,664 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 85,397 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres sl;ightley wearing on outer edge

nearside rear wearing on inner edge

plastic sill covers

Pass 21 Feb 2014 80,925 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2014 80,925 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Fail 10 Jun 2013 76,955 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

advise o/s front door handle

Pass 10 Jun 2013 76,955 miles

advise o/s front door handle

Pass 22 Jun 2012 70,264 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 62,561 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 54,114 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 45,076 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2009 45,033 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

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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HS06 LXM is a 2006 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 HS06 LXM, 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 HS06 LXM registered?

HS06 LXM is a 2006 BMW X5, first registered on 26 June 2006.

Is HS06 LXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for HS06 LXM shows 24 tests with a 70.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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