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DK08 SMO

2008 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

91,748 mi
Last recorded91,748 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK08 SMO
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2022 91,748 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which changes the emitted colour casing cracked/damaged (4.2.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2021 82,011 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 76,238 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2020 76,238 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Feb 2019 67,143 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2018 61,212 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2017 52,085 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 47,119 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 40,847 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 37,579 miles

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 21 Feb 2013 30,236 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 22,884 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2011 14,935 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2011 14,925 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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DK08 SMO 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 85.7%.

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 DK08 SMO, 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 DK08 SMO registered?

DK08 SMO is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 8 March 2008.

Is DK08 SMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK08 SMO shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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