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A4 KDT

2008 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

123,713 mi
Last recorded123,713 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA4 KDT
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 123,713 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 121,083 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 114,457 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 110,498 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2022 110,491 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2021 104,300 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Feb 2021 103,305 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Feb 2021 103,305 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2020 102,475 miles

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2019 100,985 miles

Steering slightly stiff lock to lock .

Under-trays & engine covers fitted obscuring view to soms parts .

Fail 13 Feb 2019 100,935 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure . (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn Suspension drop link . (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn Rear most . (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Steering slightly stiff lock to lock .

Under-trays & engine covers fitted obscuring view to soms parts .

Pass 22 Feb 2018 95,314 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Feb 2017 81,376 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 78,460 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2016 78,460 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

UIndertrays fitted obscureing some underside components

Pass 10 Jul 2015 73,118 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jun 2014 69,897 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 57,652 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 38,323 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 30,015 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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A4 KDT is a 2008 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 A4 KDT, 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 A4 KDT registered?

A4 KDT is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 29 September 2008.

Is A4 KDT safe to buy?

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