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CU59 BNL

2009 BMW X5

Silver Diesel 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jan 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

117,892 mi
Last recorded117,892 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW X586,008 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU59 BNL
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2026 117,892 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2024 117,879 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Nov 2024 117,879 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2023 112,354 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2022 104,584 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2021 96,981 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 91,842 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 85,998 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2018 77,742 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 69,127 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 59,850 miles

Both rear tyres worn on inside edges

Nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 26 Oct 2015 52,403 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 45,167 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 37,869 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 29 Oct 2012 28,559 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Oct 2012 28,559 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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CU59 BNL is a 2009 BMW X5 in Silver with a 2,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 CU59 BNL, 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 CU59 BNL registered?

CU59 BNL is a 2009 BMW X5, first registered on 18 December 2009.

Is CU59 BNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU59 BNL shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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