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K40 LDM

2008 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

148,891 mi
Last recorded148,891 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK40 LDM
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2025 148,891 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2024 142,480 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2023 136,201 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2022 131,732 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2021 126,881 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2020 122,827 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 114,048 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

plastic under trays fitted

Fail 23 Oct 2019 113,966 miles

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

light corrosion on both rear brake discs

Pass 18 Aug 2018 85,666 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 59,531 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 57,274 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint lower (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 53,221 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint lower (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 49,833 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Sep 2013 44,790 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 24 Sep 2013 44,779 miles

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 42,246 miles

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

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

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

nearside rear inner lamp unit full of water and condensation

Pass 7 Oct 2011 27,938 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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K40 LDM 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 K40 LDM, 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 K40 LDM registered?

K40 LDM is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is K40 LDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for K40 LDM 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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