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L8 BUE

2009 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

120,543 mi
Last recorded120,543 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2021
Typical for 2009 BMW X586,008 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL8 BUE
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2021 120,543 miles

Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated switch cover loose (1.1.6 (d))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre size 2854519 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 115,277 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 98,209 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Apr 2019 98,208 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 86,171 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 81,688 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2017 81,688 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2016 75,629 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2016 75,627 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 17 Aug 2015 60,270 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Aug 2015 60,270 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Aug 2014 46,551 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Sep 2013 36,110 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2012 24,625 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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L8 BUE is a 2009 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 L8 BUE, 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 L8 BUE registered?

L8 BUE is a 2009 BMW X5, first registered on 16 September 2009.

Is L8 BUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for L8 BUE shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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