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LG59 ZZJ

2009 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

123,006 mi
Last recorded123,006 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW X586,008 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG59 ZZJ
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 123,006 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 May 2025 111,161 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2024 100,757 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 90,794 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2022 88,171 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 82,295 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 76,485 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 68,715 miles

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

Fail 10 Sep 2019 68,660 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Aug 2018 61,800 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 53,577 miles

both front tyres wearing thin on outer edge

Fail 14 Sep 2017 53,543 miles

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

both front tyres wearing thin on outer edge

Pass 8 Sep 2016 45,764 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2016 45,764 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Sep 2015 38,732 miles

oil level low

Fail 10 Sep 2015 38,732 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

oil level low

Pass 16 Sep 2014 32,142 miles

oil level low

Pass 22 Aug 2013 26,961 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Aug 2012 20,431 miles

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

Fail 22 Aug 2012 20,431 miles

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

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

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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LG59 ZZJ is a 2009 BMW X5 in Black 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 LG59 ZZJ, 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 LG59 ZZJ registered?

LG59 ZZJ is a 2009 BMW X5, first registered on 15 September 2009.

Is LG59 ZZJ safe to buy?

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