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YD61 YDS

2011 BMW X5

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

117,454 mi
Last recorded117,454 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW X578,686 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD61 YDS
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 117,454 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2023 116,989 miles

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

Rear 2 x tyres slightly worn inner shoulders / Good main tread

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test no extra seats in use ()

Pass 8 Jul 2022 113,746 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive slight engine leaks.... (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test no extra seats in use.... ()

Fail 4 Jul 2022 113,727 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing 1 x bolt missing (note; vehicle has wheel spacers fitted / longer bolts used? ) (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive slight engine leaks.... (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test no extra seats in use.... ()

Pass 30 Jun 2021 108,190 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

all tyres starting to crack and split

Pass 6 Jul 2020 102,870 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2020 102,870 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 5 Apr 2019 96,556 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 90,284 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 75,942 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 59,044 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 42,024 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 38,468 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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YD61 YDS is a 2011 BMW X5 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 YD61 YDS, 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.

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What year was YD61 YDS registered?

YD61 YDS is a 2011 BMW X5, first registered on 21 September 2011.

Is YD61 YDS safe to buy?

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