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YF59 LVX

2010 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

168,272 mi
Last recorded168,272 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 2010 BMW X583,060 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF59 LVX
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 168,272 miles

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

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

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

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

vehicle underside has slight surface corrosion starting

Fail 18 Jul 2026 168,272 miles

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

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

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

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

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

vehicle underside has slight surface corrosion starting

Pass 25 Sep 2023 161,400 miles

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

Fail 12 Sep 2023 161,363 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Sep 2022 149,691 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 6 Sep 2022 149,691 miles

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

Central Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2021 130,662 miles

Central Rear Seat belt slightly damaged clasp (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 113,808 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Plastic cover missing (7.1.2 (d))

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

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

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2019 99,905 miles

Central Rear seat belt clasp covers missing

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

Offside headlight intensity slightly reduced

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

Fail 16 Sep 2019 99,905 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

Offside headlight intensity slightly reduced

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

Pass 14 Sep 2018 88,494 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 79,698 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 66,493 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 64,976 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 56,497 miles

both front tyres wear outside edge

Pass 20 May 2014 48,432 miles
Fail 20 May 2014 48,432 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

Pass 29 May 2013 39,958 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 36,298 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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YF59 LVX is a 2010 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2010 BMW X5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 83,060 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 YF59 LVX, 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 16 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 YF59 LVX registered?

YF59 LVX is a 2010 BMW X5, first registered on 8 January 2010.

Is YF59 LVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF59 LVX shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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