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BG59 XEM

2009 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

144,261 mi
Last recorded144,261 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 5 Series103,702 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG59 XEM
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 144,261 miles

Central Front under cover slighty wet with oil

Pass 28 Nov 2024 137,131 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Nov 2023 130,074 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2022 124,123 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 117,692 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 109,492 miles

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

Fail 11 Nov 2020 109,492 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2019 100,494 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 90,006 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 79,961 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 67,415 miles

emissions to clean to register

Pass 5 Jan 2016 57,485 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 48,994 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Jan 2014 40,729 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 31,602 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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BG59 XEM is a 2009 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2009 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 103,702 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG59 XEM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 5 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BG59 XEM?

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What year was BG59 XEM registered?

BG59 XEM is a 2009 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 4 December 2009.

Is BG59 XEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG59 XEM shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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