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PL51 MFP

2001 BMW X5

Silver Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

195,869 mi
Last recorded195,869 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2019
Typical for 2001 BMW X598,867 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL51 MFP
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2019 195,869 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2018 189,586 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 180,124 miles

under tray fitted at time of test not allowing further inspection

Pass 5 Nov 2015 166,461 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 155,914 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 4 Sep 2013 143,850 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 129,258 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 123,639 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 113,803 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2010 113,803 miles

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

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2009 107,890 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2008 97,676 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 78,453 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2007 78,453 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Mar 2006 62,479 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2006 62,479 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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PL51 MFP is a 2001 BMW X5 in Silver with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2001 BMW X5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 98,867 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 PL51 MFP, 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 25 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 PL51 MFP registered?

PL51 MFP is a 2001 BMW X5, first registered on 14 September 2001.

Is PL51 MFP safe to buy?

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