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RA57 YFP

2008 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

164,133 mi
Last recorded164,133 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA57 YFP
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 11 Jun 2026 164,133 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge O/S & N/S (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 May 2023 137,962 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 129,980 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2021 123,477 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 113,841 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2018 108,987 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2017 100,840 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 88,514 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 76,097 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 62,895 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2013 58,628 miles

front tyres wearing outer edges

Pass 18 Jan 2013 49,761 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2011 38,560 miles

rear axle slight oil leaks

Pass 10 Jan 2011 28,961 miles

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

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

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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RA57 YFP is a 2008 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 RA57 YFP, 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 RA57 YFP registered?

RA57 YFP is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 18 January 2008.

Is RA57 YFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA57 YFP shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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