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DX08 VDF

2008 BMW X5

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

155,404 mi
Last recorded155,404 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX08 VDF
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 155,404 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2025 152,148 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2024 146,035 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2023 134,144 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 123,718 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 119,012 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2020 116,223 miles

Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity both sides (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 May 2019 110,019 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 104,162 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 96,911 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint nearside and offside (2.4.G.2)

O/S/R tyre wearing slightly inner edge of tread

Fail 15 May 2017 96,911 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint nearside and offside (2.4.G.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

O/S/R tyre wearing slightly inner edge of tread

Pass 25 Apr 2016 88,552 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 80,866 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 May 2014 70,952 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 May 2013 58,958 miles

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

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

Pass 11 May 2012 45,252 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 38,273 miles

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

front discs lipped

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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DX08 VDF is a 2008 BMW X5 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 DX08 VDF, 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 DX08 VDF registered?

DX08 VDF is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 9 May 2008.

Is DX08 VDF safe to buy?

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