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SM09 PGO

2009 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

148,078 mi
Last recorded148,078 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW X586,008 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM09 PGO
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 148,078 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all suspension bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear rear diff leaking

Fail 10 Sep 2025 148,078 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

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

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

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

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all suspension bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear rear diff leaking

Pass 18 Sep 2024 137,768 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2023 123,526 miles

Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Fail 7 Sep 2023 123,373 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2022 108,473 miles

Offside Front Brake back plate air duct loose/rattling..

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Rear Both rear suspension level sensors cracked but still secure.

Rear Rear differential has oil leak but not excessive

Pass 14 Sep 2021 91,316 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play very slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2020 80,421 miles

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

nearside rear tyre worn low on tread and worn on inner edge

Fail 14 Aug 2020 80,403 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

nearside rear tyre worn low on tread and worn on inner edge

Pass 2 Sep 2019 71,485 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 60,226 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 59,955 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 55,158 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 50,787 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2016 50,786 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 39,840 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 32,550 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 24,565 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2012 19,105 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres worn uneven on outer treads

both rear tyres worn uneven on centre treads

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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SM09 PGO is a 2009 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 SM09 PGO, 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 SM09 PGO registered?

SM09 PGO is a 2009 BMW X5, first registered on 26 June 2009.

Is SM09 PGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM09 PGO shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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