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HV56 WHX

2006 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

173,913 mi
Last recorded173,913 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW X598,483 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV56 WHX
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 173,913 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2025 173,371 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2024 160,514 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2023 147,587 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 130,880 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 121,161 miles

Under trays fitted obscuring some under side components

Fail 15 Dec 2021 121,161 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Under trays fitted obscuring some under side components

Pass 18 Jan 2021 114,868 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 18 Jan 2020 109,681 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2020 109,677 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2019 94,450 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2019 94,450 miles

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Pass 11 Jan 2018 84,897 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 77,158 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 65,725 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2014 54,758 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 50,146 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 38,800 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 34,364 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2010 31,289 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Aug 2010 31,289 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 26,545 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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HV56 WHX is a 2006 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 HV56 WHX, 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 HV56 WHX registered?

HV56 WHX is a 2006 BMW X5, first registered on 28 September 2006.

Is HV56 WHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV56 WHX shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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