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YG08 CSU

2008 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

150,954 mi
Last recorded150,954 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG08 CSU
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 150,954 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2024 143,621 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Oct 2024 143,496 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2023 140,094 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2022 131,927 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 127,491 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 123,495 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2019 117,886 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 113,910 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 102,043 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 88,294 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 79,569 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 66,504 miles

front suspension (LOWER/REAR) arm bushes have slight movement

Pass 27 Aug 2013 57,165 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 73,489 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 40,287 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 31,695 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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YG08 CSU is a 2008 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 YG08 CSU, 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 YG08 CSU registered?

YG08 CSU is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is YG08 CSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG08 CSU shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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