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WL59 CXX

2009 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

68,154 mi
Last recorded68,154 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW X586,008 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL59 CXX
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Fail 4 Feb 2026 68,154 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated Switch insecure (1.1.6 (d))

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2024 55,114 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2023 41,175 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 35,364 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2022 35,327 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Oct 2021 31,298 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 29,521 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2019 27,763 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 24,060 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 20,734 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 18,025 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 16,220 miles

Front tyres worn on outer edge

Rear tyres worn on inner edge

all 4 tyres cracked

Pass 26 Sep 2014 14,072 miles

all 4 tyres cracked

front tyres worn on outer edge

Pass 21 Oct 2013 11,981 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 10,051 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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WL59 CXX is a 2009 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 WL59 CXX, 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 WL59 CXX registered?

WL59 CXX is a 2009 BMW X5, first registered on 15 October 2009.

Is WL59 CXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WL59 CXX shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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