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YX57 MYZ

2008 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

138,986 mi
Last recorded138,986 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2014
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX57 MYZ
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2014 138,986 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 130,142 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 11 Jan 2014 130,100 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 11 Jan 2013 120,107 miles

Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 7 Jan 2012 107,150 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 95,114 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

rear brake discs have a slight corroded lip on outer surfaces

Fail 18 Jan 2011 95,033 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

rear brake discs have a slight corroded lip on outer surfaces

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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YX57 MYZ is a 2008 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 YX57 MYZ, 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.

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What year was YX57 MYZ registered?

YX57 MYZ is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 28 January 2008.

Is YX57 MYZ safe to buy?

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