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AD03 SUN

2006 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2018
Tests17 (9 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate52.9%

Mileage

192,276 mi
Last recorded192,276 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2017
Typical for 2006 BMW X598,483 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 SUN
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 8 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2017 192,276 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% one out of two not working (1.1.A.3b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 25 Jan 2017 192,188 miles

Central Rear Statutory seat belt missing buckle missing (5.1.1)

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions both (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush arm (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% one out of two not working (1.1.A.3b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 5 Nov 2015 175,267 miles

parking brake just met requirements, may need overhaul soon

Fail 5 Nov 2015 175,267 miles

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

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

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

parking brake just met requirements, may need overhaul soon

Pass 7 Nov 2014 142,053 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Engine management light don't light up

Tyre pressure light on

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 Nov 2014 142,053 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Engine management light don't light up

Tyre pressure light on

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 31 Oct 2014 141,667 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine management light dont light up

Pass 2 Oct 2013 111,366 miles

Brake warning light is on

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 2 Oct 2013 111,354 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brake warning light is on

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 1 Nov 2012 80,671 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 76,150 miles

Electrictical faults on dash guages Down and flickering

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 19 Jan 2012 76,117 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Electrictical faults on dash guages Down and flickering

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Sep 2010 67,389 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2010 67,389 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Advise:engine oil level low

Advise:pad warning light on

Advise:tyre pressure warning light on

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Sep 2009 55,151 miles
Fail 7 May 2009 52,192 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Apr 2008 38,251 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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AD03 SUN is a 2006 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.9%.

Across all 2006 BMW X5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 98,483 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 AD03 SUN, 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 20 years old, this BMW X5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AD03 SUN registered?

AD03 SUN is a 2006 BMW X5, first registered on 10 January 2006.

Is AD03 SUN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD03 SUN shows 17 tests with a 52.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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