2005 BMW X5 3.0L Diesel · E27 DAV
2005 BMW X5 (3.0L, diesel). First registered 26 Oct 2005. Recorded mileage 144,889 miles. MOT valid until 08 Nov 2027.
- Make & Model
- BMW X5
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08 Nov 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 144,889 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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E27 DAV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/10/2026
- 144,889 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 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.
E27 DAV 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 (E27 DAV) between October 2024 and October 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 28 October 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (2 issues), Lighting (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 Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
E27 DAV Mileage History
- 15/10/2024123,797 mi
- 21/10/2024123,815 mi+18 mi
- 29/10/2025135,411 mi+11,596 mi
- 28/10/2026144,889 mi+9,478 mi
- 28/10/2026144,889 mi
Average of roughly 10,364 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for BMW X5 (E53)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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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