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EU08 ZFX

2008 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

103,044 mi
Last recorded103,044 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU08 ZFX
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2022 103,044 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

items on rear folding seats not allowing full inspection of adult belts

Pass 23 Oct 2020 98,608 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2020 98,605 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 4 Mar 2019 92,180 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 19 Apr 2018 85,313 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2018 85,313 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Near side front lower suspension arm bush leaking oil

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 26 Apr 2017 75,969 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Fail 17 Apr 2017 75,842 miles

Offside Front Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

3rd row seats and seat belts not tested - folded away with personal effects on top

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

engine covers and under-trays fitted obscuring the view to some components

nearside rear tyre starting to split in tread area - 315/35 R20 110W run flat

Pass 10 May 2016 71,319 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 66,512 miles
Fail 6 May 2015 66,512 miles

Offside Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Pass 24 Jan 2015 65,560 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2014 56,318 miles

near side rear tyre bold on inside edge

off side rear tyre bold on inside edge

Pass 16 Feb 2013 48,378 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 39,147 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 28,730 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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EU08 ZFX is a 2008 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EU08 ZFX, 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 EU08 ZFX?

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What year was EU08 ZFX registered?

EU08 ZFX is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is EU08 ZFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU08 ZFX shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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