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WG08 ULR

2008 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

88,559 mi
Last recorded88,559 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG08 ULR
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 2 Jul 2026 88,559 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2025 88,132 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play slight lift (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2024 87,504 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 86,598 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 86,069 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 84,805 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 83,665 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 82,964 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 81,662 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 79,382 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 77,586 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 74,647 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 71,356 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 62,866 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both rear tyres inner edges getting low

Pass 13 Jun 2012 50,235 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 35,954 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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WG08 ULR is a 2008 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 WG08 ULR, 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 WG08 ULR registered?

WG08 ULR is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 25 June 2008.

Is WG08 ULR safe to buy?

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