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X5 TBY

2011 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

164,580 mi
Last recorded164,580 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW X578,686 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX5 TBY
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 164,580 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Feb 2026 164,573 miles

Front Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Mar 2025 158,859 miles

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

Fail 4 Mar 2025 158,818 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Apr 2024 153,076 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 144,587 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2022 137,688 miles

screen wash leaking

Fail 22 Aug 2022 137,688 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

screen wash leaking

Pass 17 Nov 2021 132,340 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 123,622 miles

both rear tyres worn on inner edge

Fail 10 Nov 2020 123,615 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Power steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Power steering fluid reservoir empty (2.1.5 (b) (ii))

both rear tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 20 Nov 2019 113,062 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 94,944 miles

nearside rear tyre wearing on inner and outer edges and nail in tread

slight lift in nearside front lower suspension ball joint

Pass 3 Nov 2017 78,984 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

cut in nearside front tyre. no cords visible

Pass 10 Nov 2016 64,332 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2015 49,451 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 33,289 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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 TBY is a 2011 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2011 BMW X5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 78,686 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 X5 TBY, 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 15 years old, this BMW X5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X5 TBY registered?

X5 TBY is a 2011 BMW X5, first registered on 19 November 2011.

Is X5 TBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for X5 TBY shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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