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R8 NBB

2009 BMW X5

Black Petrol 4799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

158,411 mi
Last recorded158,411 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW X586,008 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR8 NBB
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,799cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 158,411 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2024 150,129 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front & both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2023 139,001 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side front & both side rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2022 130,377 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All four (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 124,637 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 120,131 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 116,761 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 106,295 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2017 91,112 miles

Nearside Front wheel rim scuffed

Nearside Rear wheel rim scuffed

Offside Front wheel rim scuffed

Offside Rear wheel rim scuffed

Fail 6 Jun 2017 91,112 miles

Nearside Rear Air suspension bellows leaking (2.4.D.2)

Nearside Front wheel rim scuffed

Nearside Rear wheel rim scuffed

Offside Front wheel rim scuffed

Offside Rear wheel rim scuffed

Pass 11 Jun 2016 81,659 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 72,802 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 62,827 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 48,207 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 44,136 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2012 44,136 miles

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

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

Nearside Front 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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R8 NBB is a 2009 BMW X5 in Black with a 4,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R8 NBB, 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 R8 NBB registered?

R8 NBB is a 2009 BMW X5, first registered on 15 October 2009.

Is R8 NBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R8 NBB shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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