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WD59 SFO

2009 BMW X5 (E70)

Silver Gas diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

276,401 mi
Last recorded276,401 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW X5 (E70)82,867 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWD59 SFO
MakeBMW
ModelX5 (E70)
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeGas diesel
Engine2,993cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2025 276,401 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 264,520 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Fail 5 Jun 2024 264,520 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 28 Apr 2022 247,727 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 127,132 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 203,677 miles
Fail 23 May 2019 203,675 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

How Reliable is the BMW X5 (E70)?

Based on 789 MOT tests across 157 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
7,192
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
157
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10
coil spring broken 5
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 5
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WD59 SFO is a 2009 BMW X5 (E70) in Silver with a 2,993cc gas diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2009 BMW X5 (E70) models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 82,867 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 (E70) fails its MOT is tyre has ply or cords exposed, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WD59 SFO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X5 (E70) typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 17 years old, this BMW X5 (E70) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WD59 SFO?

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What year was WD59 SFO registered?

WD59 SFO is a 2009 BMW X5 (E70), first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is WD59 SFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for WD59 SFO shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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