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BV59 RXU

2009 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

133,988 mi
Last recorded133,988 miles
Recorded on21 May 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW X586,008 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV59 RXU
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 May 2025 133,988 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 21 May 2025 133,988 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Jul 2022 128,686 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2022 128,612 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Jul 2021 123,034 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge LIMIT ONLY (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jul 2020 118,252 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2020 118,252 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2019 114,217 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 111,021 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 15 May 2018 111,021 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 315 35 20 (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 30 Nov 2016 99,405 miles

Nearside Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

parking brake just met minimum requirement may need further adjustment

Pass 25 Nov 2015 90,911 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 74,518 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Oct 2013 61,419 miles

Both Rear Tyres Wearing In On Inner Edges.

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 3 Oct 2013 61,419 miles

Both Rear Tyres Wearing In On Inner Edges.

Pass 3 Oct 2012 47,850 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2012 47,850 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a) DANGEROUS

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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BV59 RXU is a 2009 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 BV59 RXU, 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.

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What year was BV59 RXU registered?

BV59 RXU is a 2009 BMW X5, first registered on 12 September 2009.

Is BV59 RXU safe to buy?

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