2005 BMW X5 3.0L Diesel · DUG 10W
2005 BMW X5 (3.0L, diesel). First registered 15 Sept 2005. Recorded mileage 114,418 miles. MOT valid until 22 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- BMW X5
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Shrewsbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 114,418 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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DUG 10W Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/06/2026
- 114,418 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
DUG 10W 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 2005 BMW X5 (DUG 10W) between December 2021 and June 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 24 June 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: Brakes (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 1 advisory notice is 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 Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))”; “Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”.
DUG 10W Mileage History
- 07/12/202198,743 mi
- 03/12/2022104,881 mi+6,138 mi
- 30/11/2023110,876 mi+5,995 mi
- 08/06/2026114,417 mi+3,541 mi
- 24/06/2026114,418 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 3,449 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for BMW X5 (E53)
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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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