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SV59 EPU

2009 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jan 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

129,990 mi
Last recorded129,990 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW X586,008 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV59 EPU
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 129,990 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2025 129,990 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Dec 2024 122,108 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2023 114,137 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 105,088 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 99,098 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2021 89,366 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 86,242 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2018 77,423 miles

oil leak

Fail 17 Aug 2018 77,423 miles

oil leak

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

Pass 8 Aug 2017 70,678 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2017 70,678 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Sep 2016 52,125 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 48,750 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 46,395 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 24 Oct 2013 42,534 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2013 42,534 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2012 28,264 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

car has colour change by being wrapped.

n/s wiper slight deterioration.

trinkets removed from interior mirror.

Fail 19 Dec 2012 28,264 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

car has colour change by being wrapped.

n/s wiper slight deterioration.

trinkets removed from interior mirror.

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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SV59 EPU 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 73.7%.

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 SV59 EPU, 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 SV59 EPU?

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What year was SV59 EPU registered?

SV59 EPU is a 2009 BMW X5, first registered on 21 December 2009.

Is SV59 EPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV59 EPU shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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