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AU58 OWJ

2008 BMW X5

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

161,062 mi
Last recorded161,062 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU58 OWJ
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2023 161,062 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 148,432 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2021 137,673 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2021 137,673 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 130,662 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 124,719 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 115,848 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 105,458 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 94,438 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2016 94,438 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Aug 2015 81,133 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Aug 2014 68,869 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2014 68,869 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 59,229 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2013 59,229 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Aug 2012 50,254 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2012 50,254 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Aug 2011 41,025 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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AU58 OWJ is a 2008 BMW X5 in Silver 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 AU58 OWJ, 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.

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What year was AU58 OWJ registered?

AU58 OWJ is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is AU58 OWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU58 OWJ shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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