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R19 RKF

2008 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Dec 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

176,059 mi
Last recorded176,059 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR19 RKF
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 176,059 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Dec 2024 167,587 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2023 159,464 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2022 149,158 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2021 139,603 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2021 136,239 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Aug 2020 125,846 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 122,421 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 119,813 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 115,320 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 106,602 miles
Fail 23 May 2016 106,602 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame fractured (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 93,519 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 79,443 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 64,838 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)

Fail 7 Jun 2013 64,838 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 52,161 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 37,945 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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R19 RKF is a 2008 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R19 RKF, 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 R19 RKF registered?

R19 RKF is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 26 June 2008.

Is R19 RKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R19 RKF shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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