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DG08 LXB

2008 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

202,389 mi
Last recorded202,389 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 LXB
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2022 202,389 miles

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

Nearside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Nov 2021 191,245 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 178,930 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2019 164,222 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2018 160,139 miles

Offside Front Oil leak ()

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

Offside Front wheel slight bind

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

Fail 13 Apr 2018 160,109 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Front brake slight bind

Pass 9 Nov 2016 129,763 miles

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded across front axle (2.3.2)

pad waning light on ,n/s/r pad wire disconnected

undertrays & engine cover fitted

Pass 28 Aug 2015 111,353 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2014 82,514 miles

chassis number sticker faded and slightly loose on o/s door b post

front wipers perished

hand brake switch button lose

part worn tyres fitted and are not run flat tyres

rear barke pads getting low

Fail 11 Jul 2014 82,514 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

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

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

chassis number sticker faded and slightly loose on o/s door b post

front wipers perished

hand brake switch button lose

part worn tyres fitted and are not run flat tyres

rear barke pads getting low

Pass 4 Jul 2013 63,912 miles

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 6 Mar 2012 47,380 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2012 47,259 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

nsr fog lamp inop

osr tyre tracked off on inner edge

Pass 28 Feb 2011 35,959 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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DG08 LXB is a 2008 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 DG08 LXB, 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 DG08 LXB registered?

DG08 LXB is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is DG08 LXB safe to buy?

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