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AB08 HYP

2008 BMW X5

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2013
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

55,239 mi
Last recorded55,239 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2012
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 HYP
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2012 55,239 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Jul 2012 55,061 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 39,860 miles

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

Fail 28 Jun 2011 39,860 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

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

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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AB08 HYP is a 2008 BMW X5 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AB08 HYP, 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 AB08 HYP registered?

AB08 HYP is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is AB08 HYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB08 HYP shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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