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YE55 FKF

2005 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

171,587 mi
Last recorded171,587 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW X598,671 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE55 FKF
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2023 171,587 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2023 171,422 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2022 164,222 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 156,898 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 150,271 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2019 143,509 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material above axle (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material above axle (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Dec 2018 134,816 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 128,460 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 121,578 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 111,116 miles

4x4 light stays on

Pass 14 Feb 2015 103,346 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 92,282 miles

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 5 Feb 2013 80,351 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2012 68,887 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 4 Feb 2012 68,887 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2010 52,310 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 45,687 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 37,964 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 37,498 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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YE55 FKF is a 2005 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2005 BMW X5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 98,671 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 YE55 FKF, 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 21 years old, this BMW X5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YE55 FKF registered?

YE55 FKF is a 2005 BMW X5, first registered on 31 October 2005.

Is YE55 FKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE55 FKF shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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