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LV02 AML

2009 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

128,811 mi
Last recorded128,811 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW X586,008 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV02 AML
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 128,811 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2025 113,679 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 99,517 miles
Pass 29 May 2023 92,436 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 90,315 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 89,436 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 83,516 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 77,136 miles

Nearside Rear Lens taped up

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Reflective backing poor condition (0.1 (b))

Fail 17 Aug 2020 77,136 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements White reflective backing very poor (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Lens taped up

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Reflective backing poor condition (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Aug 2019 71,757 miles

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

Fail 23 Aug 2019 71,753 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 Sep 2018 64,904 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2018 64,904 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

Pass 15 Aug 2017 56,943 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint offside and nearside (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 14 Aug 2017 56,938 miles

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

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint offside and nearside (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 9 Aug 2016 47,992 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2016 47,988 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

front inner brake pads wearing low

Pass 24 Aug 2015 41,415 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 35,727 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Sep 2013 31,238 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Sep 2012 26,907 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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LV02 AML is a 2009 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 LV02 AML, 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.

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What year was LV02 AML registered?

LV02 AML is a 2009 BMW X5, first registered on 25 September 2009.

Is LV02 AML safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV02 AML shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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