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W23 LJF

2009 BMW X5

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

140,643 mi
Last recorded140,643 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW X586,008 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW23 LJF
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2026 140,643 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play outer ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2025 130,578 miles

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

Fail 16 Jun 2025 130,578 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Feb 2024 125,016 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2022 116,546 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 104,987 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front plastic underfloor tray missing

Fail 18 Dec 2020 104,987 miles

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

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front plastic underfloor tray missing

Pass 2 May 2019 89,236 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 76,558 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 63,237 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 52,711 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 44,993 miles
Fail 1 May 2015 44,993 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 6 May 2014 27,593 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 17,550 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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W23 LJF is a 2009 BMW X5 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 W23 LJF, 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 W23 LJF registered?

W23 LJF is a 2009 BMW X5, first registered on 2 September 2009.

Is W23 LJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for W23 LJF shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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