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RY08 ETK

2008 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

145,214 mi
Last recorded145,214 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY08 ETK
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2023 145,214 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 139,812 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 134,061 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Pass 19 Mar 2020 113,476 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 104,656 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

both front tyres are worn on both edges

both rear tyres are worn on inner edges

Pass 9 Mar 2018 95,430 miles

Oil leak ()

engine covers and undertrays fitted covering parts unable to check

Pass 3 Mar 2017 87,217 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted covering parts unable to check

Fail 1 Mar 2017 87,130 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

engine covers and undertrays fitted covering parts unable to check

Pass 8 Mar 2016 76,752 miles

undertrays fitted covering parts not checked

Pass 12 Mar 2015 65,937 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Mar 2014 54,377 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Low emissions

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Mar 2013 42,090 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 33,104 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2011 24,439 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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RY08 ETK is a 2008 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 RY08 ETK, 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 RY08 ETK registered?

RY08 ETK is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 19 March 2008.

Is RY08 ETK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY08 ETK shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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