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SH59 XSG

2009 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

121,903 mi
Last recorded121,903 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW X586,008 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH59 XSG
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 121,903 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2024 110,332 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 99,437 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 86,298 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 84,574 miles

rear tyres cracking

Pass 20 Aug 2020 82,151 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 79,702 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 75,092 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 72,037 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 67,506 miles

under trays fitted unable to fully inspect some items

Pass 28 Aug 2015 59,075 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front tyre worn smooth on outer edge

Nearside Rear Air suspension unit slightly deteriorated bellows (2.4.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 42,092 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2014 42,078 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust earth strap broken

Pass 29 Aug 2013 27,311 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2012 24,668 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 20,168 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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SH59 XSG is a 2009 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 SH59 XSG, 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 SH59 XSG registered?

SH59 XSG is a 2009 BMW X5, first registered on 1 December 2009.

Is SH59 XSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH59 XSG shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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