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LX09 RXK

2009 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

161,485 mi
Last recorded161,485 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW X586,008 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX09 RXK
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 161,485 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2024 148,317 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2024 148,317 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Oct 2023 140,464 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2022 129,766 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 8 Jun 2022 129,747 miles

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

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 14 Jul 2021 117,775 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive wet around sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Unable to check brake fluid reservoir without the use of tools

Fail 14 Jul 2021 117,775 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive wet around sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Unable to check brake fluid reservoir without the use of tools

Pass 21 Jul 2020 108,153 miles

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

Offside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 97,185 miles

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

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

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

full undertrays fitted

Fail 15 Jul 2019 97,181 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

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

full undertrays fitted

Pass 19 Jul 2018 83,051 miles

Full Undertrays fitted

Fail 17 Jul 2018 82,955 miles

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

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

Full Undertrays fitted

Pass 20 Jun 2017 68,498 miles

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

handbrake only just met required performance

Pass 25 Feb 2016 56,607 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 44,345 miles

Engine / component covers obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays / heat sheilds obscuring some underside components

light / surface corrosion to some underbody components

Pass 4 Mar 2014 32,395 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 29,344 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 24,168 miles

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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LX09 RXK is a 2009 BMW X5 in Black 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 LX09 RXK, 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 LX09 RXK registered?

LX09 RXK is a 2009 BMW X5, first registered on 4 March 2009.

Is LX09 RXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX09 RXK 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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