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CX08 SXS

2008 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

167,552 mi
Last recorded167,552 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX08 SXS
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2021 167,552 miles

Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Fail 27 Oct 2021 167,552 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2020 155,511 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2020 155,511 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2019 154,626 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2018 146,410 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

full undertray fitted not allowing full inspection of components

Pass 25 May 2017 136,555 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn on inner edge

Tyre pressure monitoring system, warning light on

Fail 2 May 2017 136,552 miles

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (3.1.7)

Electronic parking brake control defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn on inner edge

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning light on

Pass 11 Apr 2016 119,519 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 97,109 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 74,960 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 68,318 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 65,549 miles
Fail 15 May 2012 65,549 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Jan 2012 65,470 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 48,611 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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CX08 SXS is a 2008 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 CX08 SXS, 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

How do I check the history of CX08 SXS?

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What year was CX08 SXS registered?

CX08 SXS is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is CX08 SXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX08 SXS shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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