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AU08 UAR

2008 BMW X5

Green Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

155,846 mi
Last recorded155,846 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 UAR
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2022 155,846 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2021 137,261 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2020 119,866 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge slightly uneven. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear earth lead to exhaust broken

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Nov 2020 119,757 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Nail in tyre 2 screws in tread ()

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

rear earth lead to exhaust broken

Pass 19 Nov 2019 107,795 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wear on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 27 Nov 2018 89,928 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear wiper arm broken

Fail 26 Nov 2018 89,927 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear wiper arm broken

Pass 27 Nov 2017 69,860 miles

Nearside Front tyre outer side wall slight damage

Offside Front tyre outer side wall slight damage

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 24 Nov 2017 69,682 miles

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Front tyre outer side wall slight damage

Offside Front tyre outer side wall slight damage

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 14 Oct 2016 58,611 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 54,253 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2014 51,381 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Oct 2014 51,381 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 48,229 miles

Front brake disc's corroded

Fail 8 Nov 2013 48,201 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Front brake disc's corroded

Rear brake pads 80% worn

rear brake disc's corroded

Pass 4 Apr 2013 43,419 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 35,687 miles

n/s/r & o/s/r tyres perished & worn badly on inner edges.

Pass 24 Mar 2011 30,832 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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AU08 UAR is a 2008 BMW X5 in Green with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UAR, 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 UAR registered?

AU08 UAR is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 3 April 2008.

Is AU08 UAR safe to buy?

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