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YL57 DWN

2008 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

155,294 mi
Last recorded155,294 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL57 DWN
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2018 155,294 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 151,619 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 139,904 miles

Nearside Rear fog lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.3.2b)

Fail 10 Nov 2016 139,904 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear fog lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.3.2b)

Pass 19 Nov 2015 126,234 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 113,687 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 26 Nov 2014 113,687 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a) DANGEROUS

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Nov 2013 90,867 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2013 90,862 miles

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (3.1.7)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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

crack in front number/plate

rear brake pads inner 4mm

Pass 28 Nov 2012 73,645 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 56,369 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 40,795 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2011 40,795 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

n/s/r tyre on 4/5/0 mm

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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YL57 DWN is a 2008 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 YL57 DWN, 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

How do I check the history of YL57 DWN?

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What year was YL57 DWN registered?

YL57 DWN is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 29 January 2008.

Is YL57 DWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL57 DWN shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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