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EFZ 4731

2008 BMW X5

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

145,188 mi
Last recorded145,188 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEFZ 4731
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 13 Apr 2026 145,188 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Coil spring corroded Both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2024 141,102 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

brake pipe & suspension component's corroded

rear cv boot worn

slight play in steering joints

Pass 2 Nov 2023 140,009 miles

Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both side rear (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

both side brake pipe & rear axle components corroded

both side rear outer cv boot worn

slight play in steering joints

Pass 4 Oct 2022 133,242 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side front & both side rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

rear axle & rear brake pipe slight corroded

slight play in steering joints

Pass 11 Oct 2021 131,915 miles

Front Suspension rod ball joint has slight play both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side front & both side rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

offside rear cv boot inner slight worn

Pass 4 Mar 2019 128,292 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2017 122,909 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 111,140 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 97,850 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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EFZ 4731 is a 2008 BMW X5 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EFZ 4731, 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

How do I check the history of EFZ 4731?

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What year was EFZ 4731 registered?

EFZ 4731 is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 1 July 2008.

Is EFZ 4731 safe to buy?

The MOT history for EFZ 4731 shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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