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2016 BMW X5 3.0L Diesel · 497 ROO

497 ROO

2016 BMW X5 (3.0L, diesel). First registered 08/09/2016. Recorded mileage 59,396 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
BMW X5
Year / Origin
2016
MOT Status
Valid until 11/05/2026
Road Tax
Recorded Mileage
59,396 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 3.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 11/05/2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2016
Engine
2993cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, evidenced by the successful MOT pass on 10 May 2025 at 59,396 miles. This pass followed a technical failure just three days prior at 59,351 miles, though the record shows no recorded defects for that failure, suggesting an immediate rectification. The lack of recurring advisories across the last three years indicates the vehicle has been maintained to a high standard without ongoing mechanical degradation or structural corrosion. The mileage profile is notably low for a ten-year-old BMW, averaging approximately 5,940 miles per year. Between May 2023 and May 2025, the car covered 14,834 miles, indicating consistent but light usage patterns rather than long periods of stationary storage. This low-mileage history typically reduces wear on high-friction drivetrain and braking components, though it increases the risk of age-related degradation in rubber components such as bushings and seals, which do not wear out through mileage alone. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the suspension system and brake components, as low mileage can sometimes mask dry rot or perished rubber. While the MOT record does not flag specific advisories, the tester should verify the condition of the control arm bushings and coil springs for cracking or fatigue despite the low mileage. Given the vehicle's age, checking for fluid leaks and oil seal integrity is essential to ensure the low usage has not led to internal engine component failure.

497 ROO Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 10/05/2025
  • 59,396 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
48
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
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497 ROO Mileage History

  1. 12/05/202344,562 mi
  2. 12/05/202344,562 mi
  3. 10/05/202450,377 mi+5,815 mi
  4. 07/05/202559,351 mi+8,974 mi
  5. 10/05/202559,396 mi+45 mi

Average of roughly 7,432 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

497 ROO MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 16 May 2026, 02:04
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 BMW X5 (497 ROO) between May 2023 and May 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 10 May 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

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