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SF59 PTX

2009 BMW X5

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2023
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

298,864 mi
Last recorded298,864 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2022
Typical for 2009 BMW X586,008 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF59 PTX
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2022 298,864 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2021 163,670 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2021 163,670 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2020 136,901 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

under tray fitted

Pass 19 Jul 2019 111,880 miles

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

Rear both rear wheel have welding repairs

Fail 18 Jul 2019 111,866 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2018 103,089 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2018 103,089 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Mar 2018 99,290 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 90,754 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Nail in tyre ()

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

Fail 6 Apr 2017 90,754 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2016 81,496 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 78,286 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 73,219 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 27 Mar 2014 73,219 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 13 Nov 2012 66,290 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2012 47,517 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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SF59 PTX is a 2009 BMW X5 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 SF59 PTX, 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 SF59 PTX registered?

SF59 PTX is a 2009 BMW X5, first registered on 9 November 2009.

Is SF59 PTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF59 PTX shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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