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FH08 UNB

2008 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2023
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

108,408 mi
Last recorded108,408 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH08 UNB
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2022 108,408 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Feb 2021 97,540 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both sides (rear arms) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (front arms) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Feb 2021 97,395 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both sides (rear arms) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (front arms) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 90,071 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 88,400 miles

under covers fitted

Pass 28 Nov 2016 84,469 miles

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 9 Oct 2015 81,748 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 75,003 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 64,721 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 56,757 miles

Front wipers smearing slightly

Fail 7 Apr 2012 56,754 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Steering wheel locking device missing (2.1.6)

Front wipers smearing slightly

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 30 Jun 2011 51,713 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2011 51,713 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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FH08 UNB is a 2008 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 FH08 UNB, 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 FH08 UNB registered?

FH08 UNB is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is FH08 UNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH08 UNB shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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