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X5 NFG

2002 BMW X5

Silver Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

270,298 mi
Last recorded270,298 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW X598,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX5 NFG
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 270,298 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2025 256,041 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 247,027 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2024 246,909 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Power steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 30 Mar 2023 234,454 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2023 234,453 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Jan 2022 215,969 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 200,109 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2019 177,395 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 162,058 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 143,429 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 127,400 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 115,578 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 109,008 miles

rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 13 Mar 2013 100,039 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2012 90,537 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2010 80,761 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 70,352 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2010 69,866 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Jan 2009 59,897 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2009 59,699 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Jan 2008 52,755 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2008 52,755 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2006 38,897 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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X5 NFG is a 2002 BMW X5 in Silver with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 2002 BMW X5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 98,495 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 X5 NFG, 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 24 years old, this BMW X5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of X5 NFG?

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What year was X5 NFG registered?

X5 NFG is a 2002 BMW X5, first registered on 15 November 2002.

Is X5 NFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for X5 NFG shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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