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L55 LUK

2011 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Apr 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

64,674 mi
Last recorded64,674 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW X578,686 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL55 LUK
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 64,674 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both fronts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2025 58,104 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 56,389 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2023 49,164 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 42,787 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 38,285 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 34,709 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2020 34,707 miles

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

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2019 29,663 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 24,906 miles

n/s/f tyre worn low outer edge

Pass 28 Mar 2017 21,500 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 16,522 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2015 16,522 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Nov 2014 13,096 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 25 Nov 2014 13,096 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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L55 LUK is a 2011 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 L55 LUK, 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 L55 LUK registered?

L55 LUK is a 2011 BMW X5, first registered on 3 December 2011.

Is L55 LUK safe to buy?

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