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VF57 JMV

2008 BMW X5

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2020
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

115,126 mi
Last recorded115,126 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF57 JMV
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2019 115,126 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2019 115,126 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2018 87,532 miles

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)

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

Pass 25 Mar 2017 66,710 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 209,885 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 109,797 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2013 109,797 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2012 90,933 miles

Near side rear inner side light in/op.

Near side rear tyre tread worn to zero on inner edge.

Pass 14 Feb 2011 60,987 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2011 60,981 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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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VF57 JMV is a 2008 BMW X5 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 VF57 JMV, 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 VF57 JMV registered?

VF57 JMV is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 19 February 2008.

Is VF57 JMV safe to buy?

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