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LF08 USB

2008 BMW X5 (E70)

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

120,463 mi
Last recorded120,463 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW X5 (E70)88,360 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF08 USB
MakeBMW
ModelX5 (E70)
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc
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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 120,463 miles
Pass 20 May 2025 112,239 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Pass 22 May 2024 100,358 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 100,310 miles
Fail 27 May 2023 100,310 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 15 Jun 2021 99,486 miles

Electronic parking brake control inoperative (1.1.6 (d))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2019 77,083 miles

Central Rear Spare tyre defective ()

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Jun 2019 77,083 miles

Central Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Central Rear Spare tyre defective ()

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

How Reliable is the BMW X5 (E70)?

Based on 789 MOT tests across 157 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
7,192
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
157
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10
coil spring broken 5
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 5
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LF08 USB is a 2008 BMW X5 (E70) in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2008 BMW X5 (E70) models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 88,360 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 (E70) fails its MOT is tyre has ply or cords exposed, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LF08 USB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X5 (E70) typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this BMW X5 (E70) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LF08 USB registered?

LF08 USB is a 2008 BMW X5 (E70), first registered on 31 December 2008.

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The MOT history for LF08 USB shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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