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FG59 OXK

2009 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

148,321 mi
Last recorded148,321 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 5 Series103,702 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG59 OXK
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 148,321 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2024
Fail 9 Nov 2024 131,547 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2023 117,069 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 109,708 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Jun 2022 109,610 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2021 99,604 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. park brake (1.2.1 (b) (i))

exhaust flexi deteriorated

Fail 27 Jun 2021 99,583 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut on tread and has a nail in (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. park brake (1.2.1 (b) (i))

exhaust flexi deteriorated

Pass 10 Jul 2020 94,478 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both Rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Exhaust System Is Slightly Corroded

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Track rod end slightly corroded but serviceable Both Front

Vehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 11 Jul 2019 86,091 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both Rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Exhaust System Is Slightly Corroded

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

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Track rod end slightly corroded but serviceable Both Front

Vehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

Pass 10 Jul 2018 77,028 miles

Both Front Track Rod End Are Slightly Corroded

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

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

Vehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

Fail 10 Jul 2018 77,028 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

Both Front Track Rod End Are Slightly Corroded

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

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

Vehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

Pass 6 Jul 2017 70,846 miles

Central Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' small stone chip (8.3.1a)

no print out due to diesel low emission

under cover trays fitted obscuring some components under side

Pass 15 Jul 2016 64,764 miles

offside front tyre is worn on inner edge

vehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

Pass 11 Jul 2015 58,615 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Jul 2014 52,380 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jul 2013 45,491 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2012 37,836 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 13 Oct 2012 37,620 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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FG59 OXK is a 2009 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2009 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 103,702 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 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FG59 OXK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 5 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FG59 OXK registered?

FG59 OXK is a 2009 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 30 October 2009.

Is FG59 OXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG59 OXK shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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