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ST57 VDZ

2008 BMW X5

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

135,122 mi
Last recorded135,122 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST57 VDZ
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 135,122 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 129,567 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2023 127,772 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 108,008 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2021 104,894 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2020 97,282 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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 1 Apr 2019 89,143 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 82,832 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 74,722 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2017 74,721 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Apr 2016 67,816 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2016 67,811 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Pass 9 Mar 2015 65,549 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 54,889 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 43,553 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 34,565 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 28,530 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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ST57 VDZ is a 2008 BMW X5 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 ST57 VDZ, 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 ST57 VDZ registered?

ST57 VDZ is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 16 January 2008.

Is ST57 VDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST57 VDZ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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