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YK08 MZP

2008 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2026
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

129,990 mi
Last recorded129,990 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK08 MZP
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2025 129,990 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2024 127,809 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 125,618 miles

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

Fail 24 May 2023 125,614 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 6 May 2022 118,474 miles

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

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

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

Fail 5 May 2022 118,471 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2021 111,176 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2021 111,176 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

Pass 26 Jun 2020 103,029 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Jun 2020 103,014 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2020 103,014 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 95,805 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play BOTTOM ARMS (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OUTER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 88,705 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2018 88,704 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 22 May 2017 79,044 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 70,789 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 62,716 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 54,266 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 47,461 miles

all tyre treads cracking slightly

both rear tyres wearing smooth on inner edges

Fail 22 May 2013 47,460 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

all tyre treads cracking slightly

both rear tyres wearing smooth on inner edges

Pass 24 May 2012 40,991 miles
Fail 22 May 2012 40,991 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 3 May 2011 31,927 miles

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

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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YK08 MZP is a 2008 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YK08 MZP, 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 YK08 MZP registered?

YK08 MZP is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 15 May 2008.

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