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WX05 UTG

2005 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

171,813 mi
Last recorded171,813 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW X598,671 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX05 UTG
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2021 171,813 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 24 Dec 2019 168,033 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2019 168,033 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Sep 2018 162,143 miles

covers and shields fitted obscuring view of components

Pass 2 Aug 2017 155,953 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint Rear arm (2.4.G.2)

Fail 24 Jul 2017 155,948 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint Rear arm (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 152,024 miles

offside rear 1 of 2 sidelight not working

Fail 11 Jul 2016 152,010 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear arm (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

offside rear 1 of 2 sidelight not working

Pass 7 Jul 2015 144,629 miles

front tyres worn on edges

Pass 25 Jun 2014 137,867 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 129,642 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 14 Jun 2012 121,101 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 23 Jun 2011 111,454 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2010 101,077 miles

both rear tyres on 3mm and wearing on inner edge

Pass 9 Jul 2009 107,862 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2009

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

Pass 12 Sep 2008 93,983 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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WX05 UTG is a 2005 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2005 BMW X5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 98,671 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 WX05 UTG, 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 21 years old, this BMW X5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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WX05 UTG is a 2005 BMW X5, first registered on 21 April 2005.

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