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VA08 JUV

2008 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

120,983 mi
Last recorded120,983 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA08 JUV
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2024 120,983 miles

Outer and Inner vehicle sills covered up

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and accessories (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Under tray covers fitted

Pass 15 Mar 2023 120,441 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 11 Feb 2022 111,329 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2021 99,610 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2019 89,208 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Pass 5 Nov 2018 80,192 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2018 80,192 miles

Offside Front Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively brake caliper (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2017 69,433 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 60,381 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2016 60,381 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 53,979 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 47,762 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2014 47,762 miles

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

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

the exhaust connection to flexi join is loose in feel on clasp supported and no leak at time of test

Pass 29 Jul 2013 38,419 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2013 38,419 miles

Nearside Rear Air suspension unit damaged and likely to fail (2.4.D.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 Jul 2012 30,037 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Pass 11 Jul 2011 21,943 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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VA08 JUV is a 2008 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VA08 JUV, 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.

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What year was VA08 JUV registered?

VA08 JUV is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 19 July 2008.

Is VA08 JUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA08 JUV shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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