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FP59 BXV

2009 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

238,067 mi
Last recorded238,067 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 5 Series103,702 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP59 BXV
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2023 238,067 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 236,045 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2021 247,044 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2021 227,036 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2019 216,492 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jan 2019 125,794 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2017 114,190 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2016 100,223 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 84,079 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2015 63,350 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)

Pass 31 Dec 2013 39,416 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 28,051 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 28,021 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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FP59 BXV is a 2009 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 FP59 BXV, 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 FP59 BXV registered?

FP59 BXV is a 2009 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 20 November 2009.

Is FP59 BXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP59 BXV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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