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X5 NAR

2008 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

203,031 mi
Last recorded203,031 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 203,031 miles

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

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Apr 2025 181,126 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 8 Apr 2025 181,126 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear 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))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2024 170,451 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 169,518 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle under covers not allowing full inspection

Pass 5 Apr 2022 161,013 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2021 156,808 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 151,242 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre tread 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre tread 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre tread 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre tread 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 19 Jun 2019 151,242 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre tread 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre tread 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre tread 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre tread 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear fog lamp not working Nearside Rear & Offside Rear (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 144,523 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 127,684 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 115,082 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 101,544 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 91,423 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Oil residue on underside on undertrays

Slight moisture around inside of n/s/f caliper piston

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jun 2013 75,019 miles

N/S/F tyre wearing on edges.

Pass 21 Jun 2012 55,163 miles

smoke meter does not register emissions

Fail 21 Jun 2012 55,163 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

smoke meter does not register emissions

Pass 29 Nov 2011 43,051 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 NAR is a 2008 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 NAR, 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 X5 NAR registered?

X5 NAR is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 19 December 2008.

Is X5 NAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for X5 NAR shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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