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L5 ETM

2009 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

169,720 mi
Last recorded169,720 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW X586,008 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL5 ETM
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 169,720 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NEARSIDE & OFFSIDE (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords NEARSIDE & OFFSIDE (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NEARSIDE & OFFSIDE (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Oct 2024 156,670 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2023 150,270 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 144,557 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 134,830 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 133,741 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 126,498 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 118,820 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 107,598 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 94,849 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2015 79,082 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 79,082 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 66,896 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2014 66,896 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Aug 2013 57,806 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2013 57,806 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 50,277 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 46,064 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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L5 ETM is a 2009 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 L5 ETM, 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 L5 ETM registered?

L5 ETM is a 2009 BMW X5, first registered on 10 April 2009.

Is L5 ETM safe to buy?

The MOT history for L5 ETM shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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