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L444 JBH

2008 BMW X5

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

77,104 mi
Last recorded77,104 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL444 JBH
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 77,104 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative

Fail 21 Jan 2026 77,103 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative

Pass 27 Jan 2025 75,610 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2023 73,278 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))

Fail 31 Oct 2023 73,278 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2022 71,044 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 68,230 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing rough on surfaces of both front tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 63,799 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Fail 5 Nov 2020 63,799 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 15 May 2019 47,352 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 46,924 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 46,075 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2018 46,075 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Feb 2017 45,562 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2017 45,541 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 30 Dec 2016 45,232 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2015 42,270 miles

engine covers fitted

slight corrosion to rear brake hose ferriles

under covers fitted

Pass 10 Nov 2014 37,512 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Nov 2014 37,512 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 1 Nov 2013 35,011 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 1 Nov 2013 35,011 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 10 Oct 2012 27,102 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 12,673 miles

n/s/r tyte worn edge

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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L444 JBH is a 2008 BMW X5 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 L444 JBH, 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 L444 JBH registered?

L444 JBH is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 26 September 2008.

Is L444 JBH safe to buy?

The MOT history for L444 JBH shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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