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EN08 YBJ

2008 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

133,088 mi
Last recorded133,088 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN08 YBJ
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2023 133,088 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2022 121,006 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 110,779 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 99,641 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 91,101 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 83,276 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 83,218 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 81,040 miles

engine covers obscuring some components

under covers obscuring some components

Pass 20 Dec 2016 77,669 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 76,598 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 61,644 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 47,144 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2014 47,144 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Oct 2013 36,531 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Oct 2012 27,585 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 27,583 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2012 27,583 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 12 Jul 2011 20,065 miles

CONTINENTAL CONTACT SSR RSC 255/55/R18

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

Nearside and offside rear tyres wearing low from inner edges.

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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EN08 YBJ is a 2008 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 EN08 YBJ, 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 EN08 YBJ registered?

EN08 YBJ is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 29 July 2008.

Is EN08 YBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN08 YBJ shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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