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KL08 NBO

2008 BMW X5

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

123,911 mi
Last recorded123,911 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL08 NBO
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 123,911 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2025 115,635 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 108,949 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2024 108,949 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Mar 2023 106,020 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 102,517 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 98,430 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 97,627 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2019 95,759 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 91,182 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2018 91,152 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2017 84,463 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 80,610 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 75,121 miles

offside rear tyre bold on inner edge

Pass 9 Apr 2014 67,942 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 67,558 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2013 67,396 miles

Offside Front Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 16 Jan 2013 66,114 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 61,050 miles

nearside rear fog lamp inop.

Pass 17 Jan 2011 56,542 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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KL08 NBO is a 2008 BMW X5 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 KL08 NBO, 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 KL08 NBO registered?

KL08 NBO is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 19 March 2008.

Is KL08 NBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KL08 NBO shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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