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YC65 VLB

2015 BMW X5

Black Hybrid electric (clean) 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

95,847 mi
Last recorded95,847 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2015 BMW X561,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC65 VLB
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2015
ColourBlack
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 95,847 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2026 95,826 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 2nd layer on inner. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Smooth outer. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 2nd layer on inner. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Feb 2025 92,072 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2024 85,589 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Feb 2023 79,642 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2022 78,203 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 77,850 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 74,581 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 70,467 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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YC65 VLB is a 2015 BMW X5 in Black with a 1,997cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2015 BMW X5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 61,404 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 YC65 VLB, 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 11 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 YC65 VLB registered?

YC65 VLB is a 2015 BMW X5, first registered on 30 October 2015.

Is YC65 VLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC65 VLB shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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