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EF08 PFJ

2008 BMW X5

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

129,584 mi
Last recorded129,584 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF08 PFJ
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 129,584 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both forward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Feb 2025 125,775 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2024 120,779 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2023 114,363 miles

Nearside Front Headlight washer not working

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working

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

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

Fail 9 Mar 2023 114,361 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlight washer not working

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2022 105,146 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 102,990 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2021 95,425 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2020 90,368 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2019 80,904 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 71,886 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 64,568 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 60,346 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 54,165 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 47,323 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 42,883 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 30,804 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 24,061 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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EF08 PFJ is a 2008 BMW X5 in Blue 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 EF08 PFJ, 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 EF08 PFJ registered?

EF08 PFJ is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 21 June 2008.

Is EF08 PFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF08 PFJ 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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