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DB09 BAB

2009 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

136,509 mi
Last recorded136,509 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW X586,008 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDB09 BAB
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 136,509 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 275/40R20 106W (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn 275/40R20 106W (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 25 Feb 2025 124,063 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 315/35R20 110W (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Feb 2024 114,470 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively x2 (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2023 103,901 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2021 94,167 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Nov 2021 94,167 miles

Coil spring fractured or broken both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 88,106 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2019 82,247 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Sep 2019 82,241 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2018 75,421 miles

trailor electrical socket deliberately made unfit for further use

Fail 24 Sep 2018 75,407 miles

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended fog light (4.10 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2017 69,014 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 67,932 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint both sides (2.4.G.2)

Fail 12 Jul 2017 67,932 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint both sides (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Oct 2016 60,100 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2016 60,096 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 315/35ZR20 (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Oct 2015 47,784 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Oct 2014 36,802 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 25,765 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Oct 2013 25,748 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Sep 2012 16,341 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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DB09 BAB is a 2009 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 DB09 BAB, 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 DB09 BAB registered?

DB09 BAB is a 2009 BMW X5, first registered on 30 October 2009.

Is DB09 BAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DB09 BAB shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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