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FP59 XWJ

2009 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

177,788 mi
Last recorded177,788 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW X586,008 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP59 XWJ
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 177,788 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Apr 2026 177,788 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2025 161,868 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2024 153,553 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2023 147,079 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2022 143,085 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2021 138,440 miles

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Jan 2021 138,438 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2020 136,037 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2018 125,192 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 115,916 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2016 103,620 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 90,087 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2014 77,898 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 68,209 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)

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

Pass 20 Dec 2012 59,803 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Fail 20 Dec 2012 59,793 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

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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FP59 XWJ is a 2009 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 FP59 XWJ, 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 FP59 XWJ registered?

FP59 XWJ is a 2009 BMW X5, first registered on 24 December 2009.

Is FP59 XWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP59 XWJ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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