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LRD 795L

1973 BMW X5

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2023
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

25,965 mi
Last recorded25,965 miles
Recorded on12 May 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLRD 795L
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 May 2022 25,965 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 25,965 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2021 25,965 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 25,965 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2018 25,965 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Feb 2017 25,965 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 25,963 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 21,502 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 20,053 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2012 20,053 miles

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 20,015 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2011 20,014 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Outer Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Jul 2010 19,659 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2010 19,659 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Dec 2008 17,174 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2008 17,173 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Dec 2007 15,750 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 14,471 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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LRD 795L is a 1973 BMW X5 in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LRD 795L, 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 53 years old, this BMW X5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LRD 795L?

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What year was LRD 795L registered?

LRD 795L is a 1973 BMW X5, first registered on 9 July 1973.

Is LRD 795L safe to buy?

The MOT history for LRD 795L shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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