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FA57 FOZ

2008 BMW X5

Black Petrol 4799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

76,737 mi
Last recorded76,737 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA57 FOZ
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,799cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 76,737 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2023 73,612 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2021 71,244 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2020 70,968 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 69,582 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 67,835 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 65,266 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 63,147 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2013 57,814 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 51,652 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2012 51,652 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 42,320 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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FA57 FOZ is a 2008 BMW X5 in Black with a 4,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 FA57 FOZ, 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 FA57 FOZ?

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What year was FA57 FOZ registered?

FA57 FOZ is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 17 March 2008.

Is FA57 FOZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA57 FOZ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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