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YF59 SVV

2009 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

101,103 mi
Last recorded101,103 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW X586,008 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF59 SVV
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 101,103 miles

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

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

Offside door pillar vin plate damaged

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Nov 2025 101,035 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective poor beam image (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective poor beam image (4.1.1 (b) (i))

drivers door pillar vin plate damaged

gheneral underside corrosion, undersill on areas

Pass 14 Nov 2024 95,261 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2023 89,683 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2023 83,144 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2022 77,103 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated From caliper to ridged brake pipe (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated From caliper to ridged brake pipe (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All four flexi hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 18 Jan 2022 77,091 miles

Front Brake modification unsafe Front brake discs obviously too small for front braking system. Brake pads overhanging brake discs due to this. (1.1.21 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated From caliper to ridged brake pipe (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated From caliper to ridged brake pipe (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All four flexi hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2021 71,152 miles

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

Offside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Jan 2020 66,489 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2019 59,693 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 59,011 miles

Parking brake needs adjusting as only just met the requirements

Pass 11 May 2018 56,796 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 52,151 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 49,684 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

covers on underside

Pass 24 Aug 2015 42,241 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 37,053 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2014 37,044 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 21 Dec 2013 30,242 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Dec 2012 23,338 miles

Both front tyres wearing on outer edges.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 SVV is a 2009 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 YF59 SVV, 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 YF59 SVV registered?

YF59 SVV is a 2009 BMW X5, first registered on 30 December 2009.

Is YF59 SVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF59 SVV shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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