2006 BMW X5 3.0L Diesel · X5 LPL
2006 BMW X5 (3.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Sept 2006. Recorded mileage 154,332 miles. MOT expired on 16 Apr 2025. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- BMW X5
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Export Allocation
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 16 Apr 2025
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 154,332 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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X5 LPL Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/04/2024
- 154,332 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
X5 LPL MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 BMW X5 (X5 LPL) between March 2022 and April 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 18 April 2024 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 (4 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 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: “Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))”; “Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))”.
X5 LPL Mileage History
- 14/03/2022145,977 mi
- 13/04/2023150,476 mi+4,499 mi
- 08/04/2024157,237 mi+6,761 mi
- 18/04/2024154,332 mi-2,905 mi
Average of roughly 3,984 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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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: Below 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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