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LC59 VBF

2009 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Feb 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

92,421 mi
Last recorded92,421 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW X586,008 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC59 VBF
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2026 92,421 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2025 82,208 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2024 79,625 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 76,958 miles
Pass 11 May 2022 74,077 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 70,041 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2020 67,228 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 64,168 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 60,540 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2018 60,540 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2017 58,110 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2017 58,110 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Fail 13 Mar 2017 58,110 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Feb 2016 50,959 miles

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

plastic under covers

Pass 4 Feb 2015 42,304 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 3 Feb 2015 42,304 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 21 Jan 2014 34,704 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2014 34,696 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 6 Dec 2012 27,572 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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LC59 VBF is a 2009 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 LC59 VBF, 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

How do I check the history of LC59 VBF?

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What year was LC59 VBF registered?

LC59 VBF is a 2009 BMW X5, first registered on 4 December 2009.

Is LC59 VBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC59 VBF shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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