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BG08 RFO

2008 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2021
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

141,324 mi
Last recorded141,324 miles
Recorded on22 May 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 RFO
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 May 2020 141,324 miles

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

Fail 22 May 2020 141,324 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2018 133,217 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 130,721 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 128,592 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 117,720 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 101,850 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2014 101,850 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 14 May 2013 77,066 miles
Fail 9 May 2013 76,308 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2012 52,747 miles

n/s/f tyre bald on outer edge

Fail 26 Apr 2012 52,731 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

n/s/f tyre bald on outer edge

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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BG08 RFO is a 2008 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BG08 RFO, 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 BG08 RFO registered?

BG08 RFO is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 15 May 2008.

Is BG08 RFO safe to buy?

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