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FA08 HLK

2008 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

118,535 mi
Last recorded118,535 miles
Recorded on18 May 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA08 HLK
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2022 118,535 miles

Central Lower surface rust underneath

Fail 18 May 2022 118,533 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Front Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Central Lower surface rust underneath

Pass 7 Jan 2020 117,406 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2019 112,926 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2018 107,226 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 106,166 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 100,823 miles

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

Fail 17 Nov 2016 100,822 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2015 94,753 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 87,104 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 81,938 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Mar 2013 74,822 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 57,800 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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FA08 HLK is a 2008 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FA08 HLK, 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 FA08 HLK registered?

FA08 HLK is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 1 May 2008.

Is FA08 HLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA08 HLK shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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