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FN09 VZX

2009 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

154,240 mi
Last recorded154,240 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW X586,008 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN09 VZX
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 27 Oct 2025 154,240 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Oct 2024 146,519 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2023 141,293 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2022 135,629 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 130,891 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2020 125,699 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 118,103 miles

Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated park brake button lose but still functional (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 26 Oct 2018 111,280 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 106,924 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 2 Feb 2017 101,214 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 94,284 miles

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 28 Jan 2015 75,196 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 64,214 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 50,306 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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)

Pass 14 Feb 2012 35,886 miles

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)

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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FN09 VZX is a 2009 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FN09 VZX, 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 FN09 VZX registered?

FN09 VZX is a 2009 BMW X5, first registered on 12 March 2009.

Is FN09 VZX safe to buy?

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