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FY08 LXU

2008 BMW X5

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

186,033 mi
Last recorded186,033 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY08 LXU
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 186,033 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2024 179,985 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2023 171,235 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 162,100 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2022 162,100 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Oct 2021 156,959 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2020 155,243 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 137,458 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2018 125,704 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 117,455 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2015 114,328 miles
Fail 9 May 2015 114,328 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2014 104,056 miles

both rear tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 11 Apr 2013 90,088 miles

emissions too low to register on meter

Pass 5 Apr 2012 77,929 miles

Offside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 24 Feb 2011 62,215 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 LXU is a 2008 BMW X5 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LXU, 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 FY08 LXU?

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What year was FY08 LXU registered?

FY08 LXU is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 17 March 2008.

Is FY08 LXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY08 LXU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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