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R12 GLF

2008 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

90,772 mi
Last recorded90,772 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR12 GLF
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 10 Aug 2026 90,772 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2025 81,956 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Void of tread on part of inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Aug 2024 73,150 miles

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Inner lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2023 64,841 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 58,227 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2021 47,667 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2020 38,524 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2019 37,986 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 35,396 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 32,782 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 30,640 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 29,055 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 27,179 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

o/s/r handbrake cable sticks

Pass 29 Oct 2013 23,375 miles

front pads low

rear pads low

Pass 29 Oct 2012 19,693 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 12,518 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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R12 GLF is a 2008 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R12 GLF, 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 R12 GLF registered?

R12 GLF is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 10 September 2008.

Is R12 GLF safe to buy?

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