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BE53 KCS

2008 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Oct 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

146,278 mi
Last recorded146,278 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBE53 KCS
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 146,278 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 139,119 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 19 Oct 2023 131,359 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2023 131,359 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2022 124,336 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged sticking (7.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 21 Jan 2021 121,934 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2020 115,396 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 106,390 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 94,143 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 85,105 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 78,307 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2015 75,702 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 72,739 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 68,632 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 54,187 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2011 36,720 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2011 36,720 miles

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

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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BE53 KCS is a 2008 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 BE53 KCS, 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 BE53 KCS registered?

BE53 KCS is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 6 October 2008.

Is BE53 KCS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BE53 KCS shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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