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CV08 XEC

2008 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

179,937 mi
Last recorded179,937 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV08 XEC
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 179,937 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2025 170,177 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2024 160,763 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2023 149,927 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2022 137,530 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2021 124,205 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2020 114,691 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2019 95,253 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2014 78,295 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 76,280 miles

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 30 Jul 2013 69,873 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2012 61,817 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Dec 2012 61,817 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 120,063 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 88,892 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2011 88,657 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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CV08 XEC 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 87.5%.

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 CV08 XEC, 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 CV08 XEC registered?

CV08 XEC is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is CV08 XEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV08 XEC shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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