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AU08 LZF

2008 BMW X5

Bronze Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

149,211 mi
Last recorded149,211 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 LZF
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 149,211 miles

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2025 141,532 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Mar 2025 141,531 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high adjusters are faulty both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2024 134,589 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2023 128,079 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Mar 2022 118,550 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 117,832 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2021 117,451 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 102,590 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 94,200 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2018 86,173 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 79,373 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 74,243 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 69,278 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 63,155 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Feb 2014 56,688 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 49,382 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Feb 2012 35,668 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 27,340 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 25 Feb 2011 27,340 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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AU08 LZF is a 2008 BMW X5 in Bronze with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 AU08 LZF, 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 AU08 LZF registered?

AU08 LZF is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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