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GJ58 BJU

2008 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

135,511 mi
Last recorded135,511 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ58 BJU
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 135,511 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 132,213 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2024 127,801 miles

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

Fail 11 Jun 2024 127,801 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed both sides inner sidewall as marked (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Jun 2023 125,078 miles

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

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

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

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 122,912 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2021 117,271 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 110,525 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 108,121 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 106,447 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 97,825 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 86,021 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 77,209 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 68,077 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 62,326 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 51,419 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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GJ58 BJU is a 2008 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 GJ58 BJU, 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.

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What year was GJ58 BJU registered?

GJ58 BJU is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 12 September 2008.

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