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97 ADL

2008 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

157,380 mi
Last recorded157,380 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration97 ADL
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 157,380 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2024 138,617 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2024 118,898 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2023 102,765 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 91,706 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2020 89,781 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 85,071 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2018 75,407 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 74,507 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 74,263 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 79,487 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Mar 2014 66,014 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2014 66,014 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Jan 2013 54,324 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 42,730 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Feb 2011 32,070 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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97 ADL is a 2008 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 97 ADL, 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 97 ADL?

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What year was 97 ADL registered?

97 ADL is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 12 March 2008.

Is 97 ADL safe to buy?

The MOT history for 97 ADL shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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