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X5 VSU

2011 BMW X5

Black Diesel 3000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

134,062 mi
Last recorded134,062 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW X578,686 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX5 VSU
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 134,062 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2025 131,225 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 128,625 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Jul 2024 128,599 miles

Offside Front Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2023 125,808 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jul 2022 122,668 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 119,293 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 10 Jun 2020 116,062 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 110,630 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 86,647 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 68,469 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 31,713 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2015 31,713 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Nov 2014 22,920 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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 VSU is a 2011 BMW X5 in Black with a 3,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 VSU, 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 VSU registered?

X5 VSU is a 2011 BMW X5, first registered on 25 November 2011.

Is X5 VSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for X5 VSU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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