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FL59 TDX

2009 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2023
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

148,811 mi
Last recorded148,811 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2022
Typical for 2009 BMW 5 Series103,702 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL59 TDX
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2022 148,811 miles

sill covers / undertray fitted

Pass 16 Jul 2021 136,115 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 133,303 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 122,168 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 113,501 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2018 113,501 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 275x35x19 (4.1.E.1)

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 245x40x19 (4.1.E.1)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

bonnet safety catch faulty.

Pass 28 Dec 2016 104,316 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 85,069 miles

Offside Rear Outer Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

rear dpf sensor wire missing (cut)

Fail 29 Dec 2015 85,068 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

rear dpf sensor wire missing (cut)

Pass 29 Dec 2014 67,241 miles

n/s/f steering arm has slight play

Pass 23 Oct 2013 52,247 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 36,003 miles

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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FL59 TDX is a 2009 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FL59 TDX, 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 FL59 TDX registered?

FL59 TDX is a 2009 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 29 September 2009.

Is FL59 TDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL59 TDX shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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