2006 BMW X5 3.0L Diesel · DH54 BUD
2006 BMW X5 (3.0L, diesel). First registered 25 Sept 2006. Recorded mileage 151,312 miles. MOT valid until 12 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- BMW X5
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 151,312 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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DH54 BUD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/07/2026
- 151,312 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
DH54 BUD MOT History
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 2006 BMW X5 (DH54 BUD) between July 2023 and July 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 13 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (6 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Brakes (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 15 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn To the rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Indicator illuminates (4.2.3 (c))”; “Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
DH54 BUD Mileage History
- 11/07/2023133,198 mi
- 10/07/2024142,399 mi+9,201 mi
- 11/07/2024142,399 mi
- 08/07/2025147,457 mi+5,058 mi
- 13/07/2026151,312 mi+3,855 mi
Average of roughly 6,026 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for BMW X5 (E53)
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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- Door Handle Carrier SnappingModerate
The cast-zinc internal carrier for the exterior door handles is brittle and snaps, making it impossible to open the door from the outside.
- Rear Air Suspension LeaksSerious
The rear air bags perish and develop leaks. If left, the compressor will overwork and fail, leading to a much larger bill.
- Front CV Boots & DriveshaftsModerate
The front CV boots tear frequently, allowing dirt to destroy the outer CV joints. If caught early, it is a cheap fix; otherwise, the whole shaft needs replacement.
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