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YG09 XEK

2009 BMW X5

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jan 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

98,598 mi
Last recorded98,598 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW X586,008 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG09 XEK
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2026 98,598 miles

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Jan 2026 98,598 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 7 Jan 2025 89,342 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Jan 2025 89,342 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Dec 2023 83,614 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2022 82,422 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2022 80,783 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2020 78,927 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 77,308 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 72,829 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 66,829 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 60,274 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2016 53,092 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2015 47,518 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Feb 2015 47,518 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 44,543 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 38,337 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 31,184 miles

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

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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YG09 XEK is a 2009 BMW X5 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YG09 XEK, 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

How do I check the history of YG09 XEK?

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What year was YG09 XEK registered?

YG09 XEK is a 2009 BMW X5, first registered on 3 June 2009.

Is YG09 XEK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG09 XEK shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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