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DK08 TPZ

2008 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

142,647 mi
Last recorded142,647 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 142,647 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2024 135,211 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 206,738 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 128,822 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 126,913 miles

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

Nearside Front washer only just provides enough liquid on screen

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

Pass 9 Sep 2020 124,909 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads close to wear sensor (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush on front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush on front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2019 118,451 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both frosted (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt and nearside rear ()

Fail 10 Sep 2019 90,060 miles

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced dip (4.1.4 (a))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both frosted (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt and nearside rear ()

Pass 12 Sep 2018 106,851 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp slightly deteriorated but light output not reduced.

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp slightly deteriorated but light output not reduced.

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2017 94,402 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 85,799 miles

Oil leak

Trays & covers fitted obscuring the inspection of some components.

Pass 10 Sep 2015 77,310 miles

child seats fitted in rear

covers fitted

oil leak unknown

Pass 4 Sep 2014 71,829 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Sep 2013 62,310 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 62,310 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 47,710 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Sep 2011 42,277 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 42,091 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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DK08 TPZ is a 2008 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 TPZ, 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 TPZ registered?

DK08 TPZ is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 29 May 2008.

Is DK08 TPZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK08 TPZ shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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