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AB54 TAY

2009 BMW X5

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

136,999 mi
Last recorded136,999 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW X586,008 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB54 TAY
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2023 136,999 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 122,030 miles

Undertrays and engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle.

Pass 18 Aug 2020 117,600 miles

rear subframe corroded

Fail 17 Aug 2020 117,600 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

rear subframe corroded

Pass 7 Dec 2019 116,039 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

surface rust and corrosion, vehicle structure is corroded underneath body of vehicle + front & rear suspension components

Pass 4 Dec 2018 112,410 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017 102,627 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 89,475 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2016 89,461 miles

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

Offside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Pass 10 Dec 2015 76,509 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 63,113 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2014 63,113 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

offside of bulkhead is full of water (below brake master cylinder)

slight wear on outer edges of front tyres

Pass 12 Feb 2014 58,463 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 18 Jan 2013 42,986 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 18 Jan 2013 42,986 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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AB54 TAY is a 2009 BMW X5 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 AB54 TAY, 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 AB54 TAY registered?

AB54 TAY is a 2009 BMW X5, first registered on 31 July 2009.

Is AB54 TAY safe to buy?

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