2005 BMW X5 3.0L Diesel · DX55 DCF
2005 BMW X5 (3.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Sept 2005. Recorded mileage 65,940 miles. MOT valid until 30 Nov 2026. Taxed until 01 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- BMW X5
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Dec 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 65,940 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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DX55 DCF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/12/2025
- 65,940 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
DX55 DCF 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 (DX55 DCF) between February 2023 and December 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 01 December 2025 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 (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 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 Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”.
DX55 DCF Mileage History
- 21/02/202356,681 mi
- 09/02/202459,622 mi+2,941 mi
- 09/02/202459,622 mi
- 17/02/202563,379 mi+3,757 mi
- 01/12/202565,940 mi+2,561 mi
Average of roughly 3,335 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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.
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