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SP08 SYR

2008 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

124,606 mi
Last recorded124,606 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP08 SYR
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 124,606 miles

engine cover and under trays fitted

Pass 17 Sep 2024 122,306 miles

rear subframe and surrounding suspension components corroded slightly

Pass 18 Sep 2023 120,487 miles

Exhaust mounting defective both sides rear box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear exhaust clamp slightly corroded offside rear

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four tyres shoulders wearing (5.2.3 (e))

rear subframe and surrounding suspension components slightly corroded

Pass 19 Sep 2022 119,323 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides mid flex's rear subframe (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four tyres tread shoulders worn slightly (5.2.3 (e))

both sides rear flexy hoses at callipers routing slightly altered due to a modification

front and rear brake discs corroded slightly

Pass 4 Sep 2021 117,300 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 110,415 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 105,656 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 105,337 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 103,869 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 96,230 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 92,854 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2015 92,840 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 5 Dec 2014 88,711 miles

both front tyres worn very low on both edges

both rear tyres worn very low on inner edges

Pass 26 Nov 2013 80,072 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2013 68,711 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 57,686 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 47,620 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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SP08 SYR is a 2008 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 SP08 SYR, 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

How do I check the history of SP08 SYR?

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What year was SP08 SYR registered?

SP08 SYR is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 24 March 2008.

Is SP08 SYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP08 SYR shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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