2009 BMW X5 Xdrive 35d Se 7s A MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for X5 Xdrive 35d Se 7s A models manufactured in 2009, based on 30 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
2009 BMW X5 Xdrive 35d Se 7s A MOT Analysis
The 2009 BMW X5 Xdrive 35d Se 7s A has an MOT pass rate of 76.7% based on 30 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 65,646 miles on the odometer. With a 23.3% failure rate, the 2009 X5 Xdrive 35d Se 7s A is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2009 BMW X5 Xdrive 35d Se 7s A is Non-component advisories, responsible for 6.7% of failures. Non-component advisories issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs range from £100–400. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment is the second most common issue at 6.7%. Registration Plates and VIN follows at 3.3%.
Top failures specific to 2009 models only. The overall X5 Xdrive 35d Se 7s A page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Non-component Advisories | 6.7% | 2 |
| 2 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 6.7% | 2 |
| 3 | Registration Plates And Vin | 3.3% | 1 |
| 4 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 3.3% | 1 |
| 5 | Driver's View Of The Road | 3.3% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 65,646 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Non-component advisories | 1.02 | 6.7% | 2 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 1.02 | 6.7% | 2 |
| Registration Plates and VIN | 0.51 | 3.3% | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 0.51 | 3.3% | 1 |
| Visibility | 0.51 | 3.3% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2009 BMW X5 Xdrive 35d Se 7s A has an MOT pass rate of 76.7% based on 30 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 65,646 miles on the odometer. With a 23.3% failure rate, the 2009 X5 Xdrive 35d Se 7s A is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2009 BMW X5 Xdrive 35d Se 7s A, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to non-component advisories: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights. At 65,646 average miles, these vehicles are in the mid-range where component wear starts to become a factor.
Non-component advisories — 6.7% of failures
Non-component advisories issues account for 6.7% of MOT failures on 2009 BMW X5 Xdrive 35d Se 7s A models. Non-component advisories issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 6.7% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 6.7% of MOT failures on 2009 BMW X5 Xdrive 35d Se 7s A models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Registration Plates and VIN — 3.3% of failures
Registration Plates and VIN issues account for 3.3% of MOT failures on 2009 BMW X5 Xdrive 35d Se 7s A models. Registration Plates and VIN issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.