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SM17 YMC

2017 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

45,726 mi
Last recorded45,726 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2017 BMW X551,148 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM17 YMC
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 45,726 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2025 42,383 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 37,015 miles

front brake discs worn/lipped (new pads fitted

nearside front tyre abnormally worn

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 20 Jun 2023 32,485 miles

front brake discs worn/lipped

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 17 Jun 2023 32,439 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

front brake discs worn/lipped

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 4 Jun 2022 26,987 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 19,786 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 14,957 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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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SM17 YMC is a 2017 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2017 BMW X5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 51,148 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 SM17 YMC, 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 9 years old, this BMW X5 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SM17 YMC registered?

SM17 YMC is a 2017 BMW X5, first registered on 29 June 2017.

Is SM17 YMC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM17 YMC shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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