CarVerify

Free Car Check

VK08 FHF

2008 BMW X5

Silver Diesel 2993cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

161,169 mi
Last recorded161,169 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK08 FHF
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Fail 27 Feb 2025 161,169 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2023 154,555 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive Slight engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive Slight transmission oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower front arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower front arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Slight rear diff oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2022 142,309 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2021 132,367 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2021 132,367 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

both front tyres worn on inner and outer edges

Pass 11 Feb 2020 126,369 miles

Both rear tyre edges worn but not to ply or cords

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 107,055 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Feb 2018 89,898 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 71,649 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 63,248 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 57,728 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 44,191 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2013 44,191 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Dec 2012 32,689 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2011 16,767 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 18,667 miles

rear tyre's wearing on inner edges

trigger point not met

Pass 1 Mar 2011 14,267 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
Full BMW X5 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

VK08 FHF 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 82.4%.

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 VK08 FHF, 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

How do I check the history of VK08 FHF?

You can check the full history of VK08 FHF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was VK08 FHF registered?

VK08 FHF is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 12 March 2008.

Is VK08 FHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK08 FHF shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VK08 FHF have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on VK08 FHF. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.