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LJ56 FCD

2006 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

111,121 mi
Last recorded111,121 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW X598,483 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ56 FCD
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 111,121 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Sep 2024 101,677 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 4 Sep 2023 98,466 miles

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))

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

Pass 15 Jun 2022 84,790 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2021 84,733 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 78,440 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 70,785 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 65,036 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 59,406 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 56,134 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 48,753 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 43,181 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 30 Apr 2014 43,181 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Apr 2013 39,481 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 33,988 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 28,749 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2011 28,747 miles

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

NEAR SIDE AND OFF SIDE REAR TYRES ARE WEARING BADLY ON INNER EDGES

WINDSCREEN HAS CHIP IN B ZONE

Pass 5 Dec 2009 126,718 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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LJ56 FCD 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 88.9%.

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 LJ56 FCD, 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 LJ56 FCD registered?

LJ56 FCD is a 2006 BMW X5, first registered on 8 November 2006.

Is LJ56 FCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ56 FCD shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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