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KD56 GXX

2006 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

154,473 mi
Last recorded154,473 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW X598,483 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKD56 GXX
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 154,473 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various steel (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2024 151,664 miles

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2023 147,428 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Some steel (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Park brake Requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

Pass 7 Sep 2022 143,528 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material some steel (1.1.11 (c))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Sep 2021 140,643 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material some steel (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair park brake

Fail 13 Sep 2021 140,643 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material some steel (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair park brake

Road wheel fixing missing both rear (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 136,336 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 133,322 miles

Parking Brake Efficiency only just met. Appears braking system requires adjustment or repair

Pass 20 Nov 2018 128,231 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material some steel (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 19 Nov 2018 128,188 miles

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

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material some steel (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 24 Nov 2017 114,176 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded some steel (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

both rear tyres uneven wear inner edge

Pass 4 Dec 2015 85,322 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2015 85,322 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2014 76,704 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

both rear tyres worn inner edges

nearside rear side light not working

Fail 13 Nov 2014 76,704 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

both rear tyres worn inner edges

nearside rear side light not working

Pass 20 Nov 2013 68,542 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 62,880 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 Nov 2012 62,880 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Nov 2011 56,426 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 46,024 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 32,909 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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KD56 GXX is a 2006 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 KD56 GXX, 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 KD56 GXX registered?

KD56 GXX is a 2006 BMW X5, first registered on 15 November 2006.

Is KD56 GXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KD56 GXX shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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