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CF08 XGU

2008 BMW X5

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

146,955 mi
Last recorded146,955 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF08 XGU
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 146,955 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On edges. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 21 May 2025 146,951 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drop link. (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drop link. (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drop link. (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On edges. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 23 May 2024 137,313 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 127,131 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 115,590 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 105,783 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 94,135 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 82,893 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 70,383 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 64,501 miles

no emissions detected

Pass 13 Jun 2016 53,971 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 53,882 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 41,780 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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CF08 XGU is a 2008 BMW X5 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 CF08 XGU, 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 CF08 XGU registered?

CF08 XGU is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is CF08 XGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CF08 XGU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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