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LV59 KWD

2009 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

169,087 mi
Last recorded169,087 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW X586,008 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV59 KWD
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2025 169,087 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2024 161,799 miles

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread number plate cracked (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Sep 2023 152,050 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2022 144,163 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2021 139,230 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2021 139,212 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 17 Oct 2020 134,417 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2020 134,417 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Apr 2019 124,163 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 107,289 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 21 Apr 2017 85,890 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2017 85,886 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2016 64,250 miles

Crack in windscreen but not affecting drivers view

Rear seats not fitted during time of test

Pass 24 Apr 2015 45,402 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 43,040 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 38,270 miles

Both front tyres worn on outer edges

Fail 6 Sep 2013 38,270 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 a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Both front tyres worn on outer edges

Pass 28 Sep 2012 33,010 miles

o/s/f dipped beam dim

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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LV59 KWD is a 2009 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LV59 KWD, 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 LV59 KWD registered?

LV59 KWD is a 2009 BMW X5, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is LV59 KWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV59 KWD shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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