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FD59 HVE

2009 BMW X5

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

163,202 mi
Last recorded163,202 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW X586,008 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD59 HVE
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 163,202 miles

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Feb 2026 163,202 miles

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

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2025 157,300 miles

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

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 7 Mar 2024 148,240 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2023 139,230 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 135,215 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2021 114,638 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 102,723 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2018 94,051 miles

Nearside rear inner tail lamp not working

Pass 6 Jul 2017 83,640 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2016 74,209 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 64,762 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2015 64,762 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Oct 2014 56,386 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 50,700 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Dec 2012 41,865 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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FD59 HVE is a 2009 BMW X5 in Silver with a 2,993cc 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 FD59 HVE, 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 FD59 HVE registered?

FD59 HVE is a 2009 BMW X5, first registered on 24 December 2009.

Is FD59 HVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD59 HVE 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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