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SJ59 YSP

2009 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

119,397 mi
Last recorded119,397 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW X586,008 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ59 YSP
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 119,397 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2024 107,001 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2024 107,001 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2023 104,329 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2022 101,903 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2022 101,898 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Dec 2021 98,215 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 93,445 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2019 84,856 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 77,015 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2017 69,492 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 26,616 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2017 26,616 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 4 Mar 2016 63,700 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2016 63,699 miles

Nearside Rear Air suspension unit deteriorated and likely to fail (2.4.D.1b)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 12 Aug 2015 59,319 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Jul 2014 48,047 miles

Nearside wing mirror damaged

Reare brake pads low

Fail 17 Jul 2014 48,047 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside wing mirror damaged

Reare brake pads low

Pass 21 Sep 2013 41,685 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 32,576 miles

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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SJ59 YSP is a 2009 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SJ59 YSP, 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 SJ59 YSP registered?

SJ59 YSP is a 2009 BMW X5, first registered on 10 September 2009.

Is SJ59 YSP safe to buy?

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