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WO08 LFR

2008 BMW X5

Grey Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

98,146 mi
Last recorded98,146 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWO08 LFR
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 98,146 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2025 93,078 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2024 87,384 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2023 79,677 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 75,726 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil around sump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Mar 2022 75,603 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil around sump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2021 71,065 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 68,906 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 67,210 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 62,062 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 58,891 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 53,977 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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WO08 LFR is a 2008 BMW X5 in Grey with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 WO08 LFR, 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 WO08 LFR registered?

WO08 LFR is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 27 May 2008.

Is WO08 LFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for WO08 LFR shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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