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SL09 GWD

2009 BMW X5

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

101,949 mi
Last recorded101,949 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW X586,008 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL09 GWD
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 101,949 miles
Pass 9 May 2025 97,978 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 97,113 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

both rear tyres wearing on insides

Fail 10 May 2024 97,113 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

both rear tyres wearing on insides

Pass 5 May 2023 95,470 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2022 94,095 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 89,255 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both On Edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Apr 2021 89,255 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both On Edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Jul 2020 84,839 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 77,840 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 70,381 miles
Pass 1 May 2017 63,873 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 56,314 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of an aduld belt

Pass 17 Apr 2015 47,878 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 39,112 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Apr 2013 36,683 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Apr 2012 30,529 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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SL09 GWD 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 88.2%.

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 SL09 GWD, 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.

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What year was SL09 GWD registered?

SL09 GWD is a 2009 BMW X5, first registered on 20 April 2009.

Is SL09 GWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL09 GWD shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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