2009 BMW X5 3.0L Diesel · P23 SAR
2009 BMW X5 (3.0L, diesel). First registered 11 Sept 2009. Recorded mileage 159,368 miles. MOT valid until 01 Sept 2027. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- BMW X5
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 159,368 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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P23 SAR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/09/2026
- 159,368 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
P23 SAR MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 BMW X5 (P23 SAR) between August 2023 and September 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 02 September 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (6 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”.
P23 SAR Mileage History
- 22/08/2023139,974 mi
- 19/08/2024147,204 mi+7,230 mi
- 29/08/2024147,404 mi+200 mi
- 03/09/2025152,535 mi+5,131 mi
- 02/09/2026159,368 mi+6,833 mi
Average of roughly 6,399 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for BMW X5 (E70)
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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