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SV08 VDY

2008 BMW X5

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

160,026 mi
Last recorded160,026 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV08 VDY
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2022 160,026 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Slight corrosion; Exhaust, Rear sub frame.

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

Pass 8 Apr 2021 143,489 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2019 136,271 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 118,096 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 114,017 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 107,339 miles

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

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

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

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 92,598 miles

Undertrays fitted to full underside of vehicle obstructing inspection

Pass 24 Mar 2015 81,680 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 25 Mar 2014 70,358 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Fail 25 Mar 2014 70,358 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

nearside rear tyre wearing out of shape on inner edge

Pass 6 Mar 2013 57,319 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 47,406 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 35,944 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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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SV08 VDY is a 2008 BMW X5 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 SV08 VDY, 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 SV08 VDY registered?

SV08 VDY is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 13 March 2008.

Is SV08 VDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV08 VDY shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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