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L18 RJH

2009 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

76,406 mi
Last recorded76,406 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW X586,008 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL18 RJH
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 76,406 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Oct 2024 74,202 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2023 71,795 miles

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

Fail 27 Oct 2023 71,794 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 13 Sep 2022 68,133 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 64,890 miles

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

Fail 13 Sep 2021 64,890 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Sep 2020 61,885 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 58,939 miles

Advise h/lamp washer jets and covers missing

Pass 28 Apr 2018 54,475 miles

Advise front tyres wearing inner and outer edges

Pass 8 Apr 2017 48,915 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 45,680 miles

Nearside Rear Inner side light not working

Pass 10 Apr 2015 42,503 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s/f tyre worn on edge close to cord

rear tyres worn on edge close to cord

Pass 10 Apr 2014 38,608 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on edge

rear tyres worn on edge

Pass 15 Apr 2013 32,158 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Mar 2012 24,942 miles

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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L18 RJH is a 2009 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 L18 RJH, 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 L18 RJH registered?

L18 RJH is a 2009 BMW X5, first registered on 27 March 2009.

Is L18 RJH safe to buy?

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