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EK08 BVP

2008 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2015
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

74,495 mi
Last recorded74,495 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2014
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK08 BVP
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2014 74,495 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 59,414 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2013 59,414 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 46,286 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2012 46,265 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

CONTINENTAL CONTACT SSR RSC 255/55/R18(109V)

Nearside and offside front tyres low from inner and outer edges

Nearside rear tyre low from inner edge

Fail 11 Mar 2011 32,916 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 32,916 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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EK08 BVP is a 2008 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 EK08 BVP, 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 EK08 BVP registered?

EK08 BVP is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 14 April 2008.

Is EK08 BVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK08 BVP shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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