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FL58 XXA

2008 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

127,660 mi
Last recorded127,660 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL58 XXA
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2025 127,660 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2024 120,971 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Pass 16 Sep 2023 115,161 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 107,958 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Sep 2022 107,948 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2021 100,257 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 91,321 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 82,145 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Sep 2018 66,928 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 59,685 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 54,540 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2015 49,153 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front axle set (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Sep 2014 43,839 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2013 38,010 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 31,649 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 23,193 miles

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 21 Sep 2011 23,193 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

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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FL58 XXA is a 2008 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 FL58 XXA, 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 FL58 XXA?

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What year was FL58 XXA registered?

FL58 XXA is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 26 September 2008.

Is FL58 XXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL58 XXA shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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