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S666 LKL

2008 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

177,775 mi
Last recorded177,775 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS666 LKL
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 177,775 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 166,809 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 153,308 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 143,264 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 24 Nov 2022 143,233 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 315/35/20 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 3 Dec 2021 128,214 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 117,568 miles

Nearside Rear All position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning in the boot lid (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Dec 2020 117,564 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn arm that the shocker attaches too (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn arm that the shocker attaches too (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear All position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning in the boot lid (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2019 104,439 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 98,599 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2017 95,156 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside Rear Tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 11 Dec 2016 87,429 miles

Nearside Front Tyre wearing on outer edge

Offside Front Tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 14 Dec 2015 83,161 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 76,758 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise bonnet cables and catches very stiff to open

Pass 22 Nov 2013 70,096 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 57,257 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 36,519 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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S666 LKL is a 2008 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 S666 LKL, 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.

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What year was S666 LKL registered?

S666 LKL is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 26 March 2008.

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