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YA08 MKL

2008 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

223,949 mi
Last recorded223,949 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA08 MKL
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2022 223,949 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides control arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides upper arm ball joints, marked yellow (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play marked yellow (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play marked yellow (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 29 Jan 2021 209,209 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2020 117,834 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Feb 2020 117,834 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2019 108,916 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 95,562 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 86,436 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 76,888 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 66,501 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 54,705 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 42,247 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 41,356 miles

slight play in o/s/r hub

Pass 24 Jun 2011 31,959 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 31,410 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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YA08 MKL is a 2008 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 YA08 MKL, 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 YA08 MKL registered?

YA08 MKL is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 24 June 2008.

Is YA08 MKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for YA08 MKL shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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