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SP09 YGZ

2009 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

150,326 mi
Last recorded150,326 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW X586,008 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP09 YGZ
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 150,326 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2024 133,889 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 26 Nov 2024 133,888 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn forward most (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted retaining spring missing (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn forward most (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted retaining spring missing (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Dec 2023 126,799 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 119,828 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

undertrays hinder inspection

Pass 3 Dec 2021 114,000 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre outer edge ()

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Dec 2021 114,000 miles

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Nail in tyre outer edge ()

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2021 108,744 miles

n/s and o/s front lower forward most arm bushes showing wear

n/s front lower track control arm ball joint has slight lift

Fail 31 Dec 2020 108,735 miles

Offside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

n/s and o/s front lower forward most arm bushes showing wear

n/s front lower track control arm ball joint has slight lift

Pass 20 Dec 2019 104,705 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt all rear belts ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 5 Jan 2019 100,490 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt all rear ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 12 Jan 2018 95,915 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2018 95,915 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Jan 2017 91,221 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

o/s/f & n/s/r tyres have cracking to tread but not deep enough to expose cord or ply

Fail 13 Jan 2017 91,221 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

o/s/f & n/s/r tyres have cracking to tread but not deep enough to expose cord or ply

Pass 10 Feb 2016 86,193 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 81,429 miles

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 26 Apr 2014 73,620 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 65,051 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 52,462 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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SP09 YGZ is a 2009 BMW X5 in Grey 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 SP09 YGZ, 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 SP09 YGZ registered?

SP09 YGZ is a 2009 BMW X5, first registered on 29 April 2009.

Is SP09 YGZ safe to buy?

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