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SK09 XKS

2009 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

163,794 mi
Last recorded163,794 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW X586,008 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK09 XKS
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 163,794 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Oct 2024 160,399 miles

Nearside washer poor

Pass 26 Sep 2023 157,143 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 146,609 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2021 136,886 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2021 136,519 miles

Electronic parking brake control defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front brake back plate missing

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

O/s rear exhaust bracket broken but exhaust still secure

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

Offside Rear worn on inside edge

Pass 18 Nov 2020 124,310 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 102,962 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 89,777 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 78,025 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 66,779 miles

Nearside Inner Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 25 Apr 2016 66,779 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Inner Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 59,438 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 51,268 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 42,390 miles

both rear tyres worn inner edges

Pass 8 Mar 2012 32,871 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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SK09 XKS 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 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 SK09 XKS, 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 SK09 XKS registered?

SK09 XKS is a 2009 BMW X5, first registered on 13 March 2009.

Is SK09 XKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK09 XKS 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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