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R17 RXY

2008 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

96,813 mi
Last recorded96,813 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR17 RXY
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 96,813 miles

Engine mount nuts loose both sides, but engine is still secure

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive **BORDERLINE** (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 22 Jan 2020 94,332 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH (5.2.3 (e))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2019 78,779 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 72,780 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2017 72,778 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 61,177 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit budget 315/35R20 110W (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit budget 315/35R20 110W (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Pass 8 Jun 2015 56,707 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 52,087 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Jul 2013 47,700 miles

rear number plate slightly deteriated

Pass 5 Jul 2012 42,479 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 33,111 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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R17 RXY is a 2008 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R17 RXY, 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 R17 RXY registered?

R17 RXY is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is R17 RXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R17 RXY shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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