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S88 MNE

2009 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

119,809 mi
Last recorded119,809 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW X586,008 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS88 MNE
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 119,809 miles

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

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

Pass 29 May 2025 107,276 miles

Central Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

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

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

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

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 29 May 2025 107,276 miles

Central Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

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

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

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

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

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2024 104,463 miles

Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 31 Aug 2023 100,472 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2022 95,149 miles

Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Fail 26 Aug 2022 95,147 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 90,593 miles

Both rear tyres worn bald inner edges

Small stone chip in screen

Pass 19 Aug 2020 76,046 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2019 71,233 miles

Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 64,684 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2018 64,684 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Jun 2017 56,739 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2017 57,631 miles

Offside Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective (1.7.2)

front inner pads low

Pass 20 May 2016 52,981 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 47,623 miles

front grill damaged - no sharp edges

Pass 19 May 2014 40,944 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2013 31,260 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 24,015 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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S88 MNE is a 2009 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 S88 MNE, 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 S88 MNE registered?

S88 MNE is a 2009 BMW X5, first registered on 2 March 2009.

Is S88 MNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for S88 MNE shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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