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S79 HMM

2008 BMW X5

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,282 mi
Last recorded80,282 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS79 HMM
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 7 Nov 2025 80,282 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2024 75,186 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2023 69,954 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 66,388 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Nail in tyre ()

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2021 61,589 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 57,531 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 45,368 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 36,456 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 33,123 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 27,834 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 24,464 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 21,558 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 18,347 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Apr 2012 15,062 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 11,976 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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S79 HMM is a 2008 BMW X5 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 S79 HMM, 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 S79 HMM registered?

S79 HMM is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 12 May 2008.

Is S79 HMM safe to buy?

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