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FV57 YNT

2008 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

167,615 mi
Last recorded167,615 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV57 YNT
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 167,615 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

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

Pass 15 Apr 2025 159,478 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2025 159,238 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust emits visible black smoke at idle (8.2.1.2 (f))

Nearside Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test Phone holder ()

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Lower Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2024 144,936 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 134,282 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2022 130,925 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2021 129,180 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 127,096 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2019 124,963 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 119,794 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2018 119,794 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 6 Feb 2017 114,506 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 75,156 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 107,111 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 102,742 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 93,070 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2014 93,062 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 28 Feb 2013 80,162 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 68,277 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2011 59,226 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Jan 2011 59,226 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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FV57 YNT is a 2008 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 FV57 YNT, 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 FV57 YNT registered?

FV57 YNT is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 2 January 2008.

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