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YG59 SBX

2009 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

127,326 mi
Last recorded127,326 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW X586,008 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG59 SBX
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 127,326 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2025 113,610 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2024 103,575 miles

Central Items removed from driver's view prior to test Air freshener ()

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Fail 24 Jan 2024 103,575 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Central Items removed from driver's view prior to test Air freshener ()

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 20 Jan 2023 96,955 miles

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear rear wiper arm defective

Pass 25 Jan 2022 89,568 miles

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 14 Jan 2021 83,361 miles

Central Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Fail 13 Jan 2021 83,361 miles

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

Central Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 28 Jan 2020 79,576 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Jan 2020 79,536 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Rear tyres worn on inner edge.

oil leak from under engine area.

Pass 2 Jan 2019 72,271 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 63,969 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2018 63,966 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Dec 2016 55,246 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2016 50,022 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2014 41,213 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2014 41,213 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Dec 2013 32,272 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 30,229 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Aug 2012 24,067 miles

Both front tyres 1.6mm on outer 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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YG59 SBX is a 2009 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YG59 SBX, 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 YG59 SBX registered?

YG59 SBX is a 2009 BMW X5, first registered on 18 September 2009.

Is YG59 SBX safe to buy?

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