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EJ08 OFK

2008 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2021
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

148,906 mi
Last recorded148,906 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ08 OFK
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2020 148,906 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2019 142,786 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension unit damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jun 2018 137,145 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2018 137,144 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Mar 2017 126,579 miles

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 4 Feb 2016 117,308 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 108,674 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

osf tyre scrubbed on outer edge

Pass 1 Feb 2014 96,037 miles

nearside rear tyre inner edge worn

wear starting to affect front brake pads

Pass 1 Nov 2012 93,200 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2011 91,627 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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EJ08 OFK is a 2008 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 EJ08 OFK, 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 EJ08 OFK registered?

EJ08 OFK is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 22 July 2008.

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