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B9 CBA

2008 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

147,024 mi
Last recorded147,024 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB9 CBA
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 147,024 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2025 141,784 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 136,679 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2023 129,538 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 117,937 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 114,249 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Feb 2020 110,805 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2020 110,805 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 109,344 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 101,861 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 97,477 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 90,742 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2014 84,603 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Aug 2014 84,603 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Aug 2013 76,611 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 70,077 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 56,728 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2011 56,728 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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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B9 CBA is a 2008 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 B9 CBA, 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 B9 CBA registered?

B9 CBA is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 1 October 2008.

Is B9 CBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for B9 CBA shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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