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LB08 ZPL

2008 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

102,734 mi
Last recorded102,734 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB08 ZPL
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 102,734 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2024 96,491 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 91,738 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2022 85,706 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2021 81,376 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 78,896 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 74,406 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 69,068 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 63,968 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 59,506 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 55,126 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2014 50,990 miles

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

Fail 25 Apr 2014 50,990 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Mar 2013 46,489 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 42,942 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 39,148 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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LB08 ZPL 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 LB08 ZPL, 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 LB08 ZPL registered?

LB08 ZPL is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 25 July 2008.

Is LB08 ZPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB08 ZPL shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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