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AO09 LMX

2009 BMW X5

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

Typical for 2009 BMW X586,008 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO09 LMX
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2024
Pass 18 Nov 2023 150,130 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2023 150,022 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 140,631 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 133,306 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2021 132,480 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 125,045 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2019 122,924 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2019 122,924 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working both front (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Oct 2018 111,792 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 99,441 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2017 99,437 miles

Central Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 10 Nov 2016 86,217 miles

Covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 2 Nov 2015 72,064 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 4 Nov 2014 52,783 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 35,045 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jan 2013 26,765 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Feb 2012 17,179 miles

2 nails in n/s/r tyre

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

rear tyes worn on inner edges

How Reliable is the BMW X5?

Based on 1,735,343 MOT tests across 137,484 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
7,400
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
137,484
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,544
constant velocity joint gaiter split 29,936
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 29,587
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,930
constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 21,276
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AO09 LMX is a 2009 BMW X5 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2009 BMW X5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 86,008 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW X5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,544 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO09 LMX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X5 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 17 years old, this BMW X5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AO09 LMX?

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What year was AO09 LMX registered?

AO09 LMX is a 2009 BMW X5, first registered on 8 May 2009.

Is AO09 LMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO09 LMX shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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