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AM08 XWB

2008 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

105,051 mi
Last recorded105,051 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM08 XWB
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 105,051 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2025 103,100 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2025 103,096 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jul 2024 100,530 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 98,440 miles

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 8 Aug 2023 98,437 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2022 96,840 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2021 93,314 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Nov 2021 93,314 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 88,766 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened slight (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2019 83,950 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2018 77,441 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 67,938 miles

both front tyres wearing slightly on outer edges

both rear tyres wearing slightly on inner edges

Pass 29 Dec 2016 59,104 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 53,966 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 49,884 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 47,723 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 3 Jun 2013 42,903 miles

n/s/r inner sidelight not working

Pass 6 Jun 2012 33,574 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 23 May 2011 23,018 miles

both sides rear tyres worn on inner edges offside close to limits also offside rear tyre has cut through to cords

Pass 4 Jun 2010 10,228 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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AM08 XWB is a 2008 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2008 BMW X5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 90,188 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AM08 XWB, 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 18 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 AM08 XWB registered?

AM08 XWB is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 16 April 2008.

Is AM08 XWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM08 XWB shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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