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YX17 VFH

2017 BMW X5

Black Hybrid electric (clean) 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

133,551 mi
Last recorded133,551 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW X551,148 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX17 VFH
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Fail 7 Aug 2026 133,551 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2025 121,638 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2024 111,081 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2024 111,081 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2023 93,109 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 90,743 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 15 Mar 2023 90,743 miles

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

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 16 Mar 2022 79,990 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 78,695 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 70,289 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 70,239 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 52,602 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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YX17 VFH is a 2017 BMW X5 in Black with a 1,997cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2017 BMW X5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 51,148 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 YX17 VFH, 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 9 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 YX17 VFH registered?

YX17 VFH is a 2017 BMW X5, first registered on 3 March 2017.

Is YX17 VFH safe to buy?

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