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EO09 UWS

2009 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

128,475 mi
Last recorded128,475 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW X586,008 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO09 UWS
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 128,475 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2025 121,502 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2024 112,865 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2024 112,865 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 2 Mar 2023 105,543 miles

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

Fail 1 Mar 2023 105,532 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2022 95,450 miles

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

Fail 2 Mar 2022 95,441 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Nov 2020 84,796 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2020 84,784 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 25 Nov 2019 76,434 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2019 76,434 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Wheel damaged inside edge

Pass 21 Sep 2018 71,335 miles

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

nearside front door damaged prior to any works carried out by balri.

unable to inspect engine compartment fully due to engine covers fitted.

unable to inspect nearside & offside rear seat belts due to child seats fitted.

unable to inspect underside of vehicle fully due to under-body covers fitted.

Pass 29 Sep 2017 65,785 miles

unable to inspect engine compartment fully due to engine covers fitted.

unable to inspect offside & nearside rear seat belts due to child seats fitted.

unable to inspect underside of vehicle fully due to under-body covers fitted.

Pass 27 Sep 2016 59,219 miles

electronic parking brake on/off switch cover insecure.

nearside rear parking light in the tail not working.

offside rear reflector in the bumper part broken.

unable to inspect engine compartment fully due to engine covers fitted.

unable to inspect rear seat belts due to child seats fitted.

unable to inspect underside of vehicle fully due to under-body covers fitted.

Pass 29 Sep 2015 51,179 miles

unable to inspect engine compartment fully due to engine covers fitted !

unable to inspect offside & nearside rear outer seat belts due to child seats fitted !

unable to inspect underside of vehicle fully due to under-body covers fitted

Pass 25 Sep 2014 41,988 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 29,589 miles

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

Rear tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 2 Oct 2012 17,772 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 16,304 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 10,535 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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EO09 UWS 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 76.2%.

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 EO09 UWS, 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 EO09 UWS registered?

EO09 UWS is a 2009 BMW X5, first registered on 30 March 2009.

Is EO09 UWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO09 UWS shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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