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CSU 855

2009 BMW X5

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

92,482 mi
Last recorded92,482 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW X586,008 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCSU 855
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 92,482 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Jan 2026 92,482 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Jan 2025 89,807 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2023 87,049 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 16 Nov 2022 82,588 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2021 78,456 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 74,167 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2019 71,263 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both wearing outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Nov 2018 66,182 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 60,888 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 52,663 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 45,798 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 38,435 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 31,166 miles

front pads 3/4 worn

Pass 11 Dec 2012 23,153 miles

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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CSU 855 is a 2009 BMW X5 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 CSU 855, 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

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What year was CSU 855 registered?

CSU 855 is a 2009 BMW X5, first registered on 17 December 2009.

Is CSU 855 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CSU 855 shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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