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X5 XTH

2008 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

124,234 mi
Last recorded124,234 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX5 XTH
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2023 124,234 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 119,952 miles

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

lower turbo boost pipe split

Fail 24 Mar 2022 119,952 miles

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

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

lower turbo boost pipe split

Pass 19 Mar 2021 115,464 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2021 115,461 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Feb 2020 109,435 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2019 100,590 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2019 100,590 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2018 92,559 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 84,594 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 79,671 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 76,551 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 71,203 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Oct 2013 70,143 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Jan 2013 63,267 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 51,659 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 38,699 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 XTH is a 2008 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 XTH, 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 XTH registered?

X5 XTH is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 21 March 2008.

Is X5 XTH safe to buy?

The MOT history for X5 XTH shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X5 XTH have outstanding finance?

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