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FG05 FPG

2009 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

131,699 mi
Last recorded131,699 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW X586,008 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG05 FPG
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 131,699 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2024 125,625 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2024 125,614 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2023 115,837 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2023 113,472 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2022 110,705 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2021 106,530 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 102,995 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2020 102,995 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2019 93,839 miles

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

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Feb 2018 82,777 miles

engine covers fitted under trays fitted

Fail 20 Feb 2018 82,777 miles

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

engine covers fitted under trays fitted

Pass 9 Feb 2017 77,255 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2017 77,112 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Feb 2016 59,472 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2016 59,472 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Jan 2015 41,250 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 25,283 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 24,478 miles

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

wipers smear slightly

Pass 3 Dec 2012 18,725 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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FG05 FPG is a 2009 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FG05 FPG, 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 FG05 FPG registered?

FG05 FPG is a 2009 BMW X5, first registered on 28 November 2009.

Is FG05 FPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG05 FPG shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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