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GA09 RYB

2009 BMW X5

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

126,148 mi
Last recorded126,148 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW X586,008 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGA09 RYB
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 126,148 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Aug 2026 126,145 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2025 119,285 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 6 Aug 2025 119,283 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2024 110,941 miles

undertray fitted prevent full inspection

Fail 2 Aug 2024 110,865 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

undertray fitted prevent full inspection

Pass 27 Jul 2023 103,898 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2022 95,624 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 85,251 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 83,701 miles
Fail 12 May 2021 83,701 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jul 2020 80,342 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 76,057 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 3 May 2018 71,828 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Jul 2017 69,242 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2016 68,691 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2015 62,133 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 55,493 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 45,083 miles

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

Fail 20 Aug 2012 44,820 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front 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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GA09 RYB is a 2009 BMW X5 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GA09 RYB, 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 GA09 RYB registered?

GA09 RYB is a 2009 BMW X5, first registered on 5 September 2009.

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