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FY08 EBF

2008 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

128,665 mi
Last recorded128,665 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY08 EBF
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2020 128,665 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 127,944 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 119,724 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2018 119,718 miles

Brake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Electronic parking brake control inoperative (1.1.6 (d))

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (1.1.6 (e))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Jun 2017 112,796 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 106,760 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Jun 2015 98,668 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2015 98,668 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

n/s rear tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 16 Dec 2014 93,671 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 3 Oct 2013 70,794 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 63,733 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 52,235 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2012 52,234 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

osr tyre worn bold on inner shouloder

Pass 7 Jul 2011 45,644 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 35,611 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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FY08 EBF is a 2008 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FY08 EBF, 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 FY08 EBF registered?

FY08 EBF is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is FY08 EBF safe to buy?

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