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EF08 VXK

2008 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2024
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

130,662 mi
Last recorded130,662 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF08 VXK
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2023 130,662 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all round (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 128,957 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2020 128,957 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Both front headlamps faded

Pass 17 Dec 2019 124,873 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2019 124,734 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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 23 Nov 2018 113,859 miles

emissions to clean to be detected

Pass 18 Dec 2017 100,929 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2017 100,929 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Apr 2017 94,153 miles

covers fitted to underside of vehicle

n/s/f tyre going bald outer edge + close to limit

o/s/r tyre going bald inner edge + close to limit

Pass 30 Apr 2016 84,109 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2016 134,872 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 26 May 2015 81,780 miles
Fail 26 May 2015 81,780 miles

Nearside Front Suspension weakened allowing body or other component to foul a road wheel or would do so if laden (2.4.A.1b)

Pass 31 May 2014 71,151 miles
Fail 31 May 2014 71,131 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 18 May 2013 59,827 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 May 2012 53,257 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 46,268 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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EF08 VXK is a 2008 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 EF08 VXK, 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 EF08 VXK registered?

EF08 VXK is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 22 July 2008.

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The MOT history for EF08 VXK shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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