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X5 BTD

2008 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

63,855 mi
Last recorded63,855 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX5 BTD
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 63,855 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))

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

Pass 31 Oct 2024 58,251 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2023 51,800 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 45,953 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Undertrays fitted at time of test

Fail 7 Nov 2022 45,953 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Undertrays fitted at time of test

Pass 26 Oct 2021 39,841 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 33,839 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 25,299 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp intermittent (4.5.4 (b))

Pass 5 May 2018 19,228 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 18,635 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 15,763 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2015 13,472 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 12,061 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 10,549 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 8,410 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 5,526 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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X5 BTD 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 93.8%.

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 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 X5 BTD, 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 X5 BTD?

You can check the full history of X5 BTD by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was X5 BTD registered?

X5 BTD is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 10 April 2008.

Is X5 BTD safe to buy?

The MOT history for X5 BTD shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X5 BTD have outstanding finance?

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