2018 BMW X5 3.0L Diesel · BF18 GCZ
2018 BMW X5 (3.0L, diesel). First registered 22 Aug 2018. Recorded mileage 35,250 miles. MOT expired on 14 Mar 2023. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- BMW X5
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 14 Mar 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 35,250 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
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BF18 GCZ Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 15/03/2022
- 35,250 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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BF18 GCZ MOT History
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1 MOT test are recorded for this 2018 BMW X5 (BF18 GCZ) between March 2022 and March 2022.
The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 0 advisory notices note items to monitor.
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Known faults for BMW X5 (F15)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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The standard BMW diesel recall affects the F15 heavily. Coolant leaks internally in the EGR cooler, mixing with soot to create a fire risk.
- Rear Air Spring LeaksModerate
The rear air suspension bags perish and leak over time, causing the car to sag and the compressor to overwork.
- Amplifier Water DamageSerious
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