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BEZ 3203

2008 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

173,429 mi
Last recorded173,429 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBEZ 3203
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 173,429 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 166,712 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Sep 2024 166,712 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade missing Both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2023 165,091 miles

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

Fail 31 Aug 2023 165,060 miles

Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both sides (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2022 160,169 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 152,724 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 147,917 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 143,466 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

under trays fitted unable to check

Fail 3 Oct 2019 143,466 miles

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

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

under trays fitted unable to check

Pass 17 Dec 2018 137,695 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 17 Dec 2018 137,695 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Dec 2017 125,735 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Suspension Airbag wearing at rear

Pass 5 Dec 2016 107,803 miles

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 18 Dec 2015 90,445 miles

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

Oil leak turbo pipe

Fail 17 Dec 2015 90,445 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working X2 (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Inner Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

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

Oil leak turbo pipe

Pass 25 Jun 2014 63,206 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jun 2013 38,596 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 37,542 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 32,205 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 26,625 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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BEZ 3203 is a 2008 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 BEZ 3203, 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 BEZ 3203 registered?

BEZ 3203 is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 25 March 2008.

Is BEZ 3203 safe to buy?

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