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PJ59 RLU

2009 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

166,132 mi
Last recorded166,132 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW X586,008 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ59 RLU
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 17 Jun 2025 166,132 miles

All underbody and components corroded

Nearside Rear Lower Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Replace as soon as possible (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak at engine and rear diff

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

Pass 23 Apr 2024 141,785 miles

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

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

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2023 118,225 miles

underbody covers fitted

Pass 2 Feb 2022 105,731 miles

Underbody covers fitted

Pass 13 Oct 2020 88,619 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 78,582 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 71,612 miles

rear diff oil leak

Pass 21 Oct 2017 60,004 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2016 49,469 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2015 39,188 miles

Both rear tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 6 Nov 2014 29,719 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Nov 2013 24,096 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 18,009 miles

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

rear tyres worn on inner edges

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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PJ59 RLU is a 2009 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PJ59 RLU, 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 PJ59 RLU registered?

PJ59 RLU is a 2009 BMW X5, first registered on 4 December 2009.

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