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SK59 UCW

2009 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

116,241 mi
Last recorded116,241 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW X586,008 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK59 UCW
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2025 116,241 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 101,012 miles

Front Outer Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2023 97,659 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 84,968 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 80,820 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2019 80,820 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 65,075 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2018 65,075 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2017 57,742 miles

Engine cover fitted.

Under tray fitted.

Fail 22 Jun 2017 57,742 miles

Engine cover fitted.

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

Under tray fitted.

Pass 25 May 2016 49,334 miles

Engine cover fitted.

Under tray fitted.

Fail 25 May 2016 49,334 miles

Engine cover fitted.

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Under tray fitted.

Pass 7 Jul 2015 46,344 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2015 44,660 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Air suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 35,974 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 28,685 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 20,462 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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SK59 UCW is a 2009 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 SK59 UCW, 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

How do I check the history of SK59 UCW?

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What year was SK59 UCW registered?

SK59 UCW is a 2009 BMW X5, first registered on 4 September 2009.

Is SK59 UCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK59 UCW shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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