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S29 CYE

2008 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2022
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

129,934 mi
Last recorded129,934 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS29 CYE
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2021 129,934 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2020 124,506 miles

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

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

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Jan 2019 119,467 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 113,888 miles

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear brake light working but warning on dash

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 5 Feb 2018 113,887 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear brake light working but warning on dash

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Feb 2017 108,600 miles

seat locking warning light on but seats secure

Pass 13 Jan 2016 100,926 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 97,746 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 28 Apr 2014 85,465 miles

emmision too lean

Pass 4 Apr 2013 70,155 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 58,559 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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S29 CYE is a 2008 BMW X5 in Black 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 S29 CYE, 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 S29 CYE registered?

S29 CYE is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 14 April 2008.

Is S29 CYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for S29 CYE 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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