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HV08 DDF

2008 BMW X5

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Feb 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

150,744 mi
Last recorded150,744 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV08 DDF
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 4 Feb 2026 150,744 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 19 Feb 2025 138,552 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Feb 2024 125,722 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2023 114,190 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 107,139 miles

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

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both front headlamp lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 17 Feb 2021 99,908 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2020 95,916 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 90,434 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 83,457 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Mar 2017 77,510 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 72,760 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 60,424 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 54,121 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Mar 2013 45,559 miles

Nearside inner side light inop

Pass 24 Feb 2012 37,423 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 30,136 miles

Both rear tyres heavily worn on inside edge but still legal.

Both rear tyres showing signs of perish in tread.

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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HV08 DDF is a 2008 BMW X5 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HV08 DDF, 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 HV08 DDF registered?

HV08 DDF is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 22 March 2008.

Is HV08 DDF safe to buy?

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