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SV08 HUP

2008 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

132,178 mi
Last recorded132,178 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV08 HUP
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 132,178 miles

Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated n.s & o.s (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n.s & o.s (4.1.4 (b))

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n.s & o.s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt n.s & o.s ()

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Apr 2026 132,178 miles

Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated n.s & o.s (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Front Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n.s & o.s (4.1.4 (b))

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n.s & o.s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt n.s & o.s ()

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 May 2024 128,307 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Undertray Fitted

Pass 6 May 2023 123,720 miles

Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt n.s & o.s ()

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

undertrays fitted

Fail 6 May 2023 123,720 miles

Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt n.s & o.s ()

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

undertrays fitted

Pass 29 Apr 2022 117,580 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

slight corrosion to rear underbody

undertrays fitted

Pass 7 Aug 2020 105,921 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 101,675 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 99,147 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 96,051 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 93,776 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 90,467 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 84,265 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 75,545 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2013 75,326 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 30 Aug 2012 63,784 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2012 63,784 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 46,424 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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SV08 HUP is a 2008 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SV08 HUP, 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 SV08 HUP registered?

SV08 HUP is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 17 June 2008.

Is SV08 HUP safe to buy?

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