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LV59 VMP

2009 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

93,004 mi
Last recorded93,004 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW X586,008 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV59 VMP
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 93,004 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2025 77,674 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 5 Jun 2025 77,667 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold and out of shape (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold and out of shape (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 11 Jun 2024 66,196 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective O/S & N/S (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Three seats fitted

Pass 10 Mar 2023 57,586 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 50,317 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2021 39,638 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning side light on boot lid (led) (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 34,234 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2019 53,080 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2018 49,738 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2017 48,720 miles

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

Fail 18 Nov 2017 48,720 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 19 Nov 2016 47,988 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2016 47,988 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2015 42,926 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2015 42,925 miles

Electronic parking brake control insecure (3.1.3b)

Pass 28 Oct 2014 38,722 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2014 38,721 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Pass 30 Oct 2013 31,356 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 23,613 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2012 23,612 miles

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

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

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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LV59 VMP is a 2009 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 LV59 VMP, 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 LV59 VMP registered?

LV59 VMP is a 2009 BMW X5, first registered on 19 December 2009.

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