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PF59 GXG

2009 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

157,185 mi
Last recorded157,185 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW X586,008 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF59 GXG
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 157,185 miles

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

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

Fail 28 May 2026 157,137 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Electronic parking brake control inoperative (1.1.6 (d))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin x2 nsr,osr (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Jun 2025 148,797 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) steering arm

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play lower rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2024 140,940 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres tread cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 May 2023 134,041 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 31 May 2022 127,826 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 26 May 2021 120,021 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 113,223 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2020 113,223 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Dec 2019 111,591 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 107,422 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 99,817 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 98,312 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 96,579 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2015 96,579 miles

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

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Pass 4 Nov 2014 79,307 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 65,020 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2014

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2013 41,298 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 39,786 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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PF59 GXG is a 2009 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 PF59 GXG, 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 PF59 GXG registered?

PF59 GXG is a 2009 BMW X5, first registered on 31 December 2009.

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