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DF08 XST

2008 BMW X5

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

133,719 mi
Last recorded133,719 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF08 XST
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2022 133,719 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 127,370 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 118,087 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 103,874 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 91,519 miles

both rear tyres have wear on the inner edges

engine and under covers fitted at time of test

Pass 28 Oct 2016 76,240 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 65,933 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Rear Tyre has nail

Fail 17 Nov 2015 65,933 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Rear Tyre has nail

Pass 24 Nov 2014 60,688 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 55,542 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Mar 2013 48,817 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 40,447 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2011 31,430 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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DF08 XST is a 2008 BMW X5 in Blue 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 DF08 XST, 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 DF08 XST registered?

DF08 XST is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is DF08 XST safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF08 XST 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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