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WM59 MEM

2009 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

147,387 mi
Last recorded147,387 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW X586,008 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM59 MEM
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 147,387 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 12 Mar 2024 139,985 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 129,984 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front and of side rear (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Mar 2023 129,971 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 Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front and of side rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Mar 2022 120,862 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 15 Mar 2022 120,861 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2021 113,119 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Mar 2021 113,117 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Registration plate inscription illegible front & rear (0.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2020 109,040 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 12 Mar 2020 109,039 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2019 97,695 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside & nearside (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside & nearside (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 88,387 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 26 Mar 2018 88,387 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 25 Mar 2017 78,563 miles

front lower control arm bushes getting weak

Fail 25 Mar 2017 78,563 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 12 Mar 2016 69,079 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 12 Mar 2016 69,079 miles

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

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced both (6.3.4a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Mar 2015 60,660 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2015 60,660 miles

Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

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

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 44,404 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres wearing on inner edges of tread

Pass 2 Aug 2012 29,392 miles

both rear tyres slightly worn on inner edges

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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WM59 MEM is a 2009 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 WM59 MEM, 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.

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What year was WM59 MEM registered?

WM59 MEM is a 2009 BMW X5, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is WM59 MEM safe to buy?

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