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A27 DNY

2008 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

169,626 mi
Last recorded169,626 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA27 DNY
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 169,626 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2026 169,626 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 16 Jan 2025 164,094 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2024 159,207 miles

Nearside Front spring corroded

Pass 10 Jan 2023 153,972 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2022 144,475 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 136,386 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2019 133,179 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))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2018 127,180 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))

Pass 21 Nov 2017 121,280 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2016 115,204 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 105,520 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 93,086 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 86,547 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2013 86,547 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 83,613 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

advise offside rear andnearside front tyres for wear

Pass 30 Aug 2011 75,653 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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A27 DNY is a 2008 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 A27 DNY, 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 A27 DNY registered?

A27 DNY is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 12 September 2008.

Is A27 DNY safe to buy?

The MOT history for A27 DNY shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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