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DG08 RUR

2008 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

123,615 mi
Last recorded123,615 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 123,615 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2024 115,698 miles

Nearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2023 101,623 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2022 101,570 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2022 101,570 miles

Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 100,098 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2020 100,042 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 86,456 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside and Offside rear outer CV joint gaiters Seeping grease

Offside rear inner position lamp (Boot)

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside and Offside rear 315/35/R20 101Y (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Jan 2019 86,456 miles

Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Road wheel fixing missing Nearside & Offside rear (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Road wheel fixing missing Nearside and Offside front (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside and Offside rear outer CV joint gaiters Seeping grease

Offside rear inner position lamp (Boot)

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside and Offside rear 315/35/R20 101Y (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Feb 2018 79,972 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 77,354 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2017 77,354 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2016 71,248 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

engine cover fitted

undercover fitted underbody

Pass 8 Apr 2015 63,434 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2014 55,734 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 48,110 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2012 40,247 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2012 40,247 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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)

Pass 28 Mar 2011 32,027 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 RUR is a 2008 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 DG08 RUR, 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 RUR registered?

DG08 RUR is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 29 March 2008.

Is DG08 RUR safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG08 RUR shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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