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VK59 XTS

2009 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

262,608 mi
Last recorded262,608 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW X586,008 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK59 XTS
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 6 Aug 2026 262,608 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2025 253,522 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2024 244,709 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 231,361 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2022 222,939 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2021 200,525 miles

Front under tray is obstructing full inspection

Pass 29 Aug 2020 188,100 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 Aug 2019 171,048 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

the emissions limits were tested and met but the DSM could not register the reading

Pass 7 Nov 2018 167,530 miles

Emissions too low to be registered by DSM

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2017 163,034 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 3 Nov 2016 157,863 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 2 Nov 2015 153,273 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 31 Oct 2014 146,719 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2013 121,347 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 84,240 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

emissions too clean to test, no print out provided

head lamp washers not working

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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VK59 XTS is a 2009 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VK59 XTS, 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 VK59 XTS registered?

VK59 XTS is a 2009 BMW X5, first registered on 19 November 2009.

Is VK59 XTS safe to buy?

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