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VK08 VWV

2008 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jan 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

56,255 mi
Last recorded56,255 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK08 VWV
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 56,255 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2026 56,255 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Nov 2024 56,061 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 55,975 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 26 Oct 2022 55,621 miles

engine covers fitted

rear cabin seats folded and loaded not allowing full inspection of 3 adult belts

undertrays fitted

Pass 7 Oct 2021 55,126 miles

Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Both not working on tailgate. (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 54,573 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2020 54,564 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 53,814 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 51,437 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 48,528 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 12 Apr 2016 45,419 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 42,472 miles

nearside rear tyre wearing inner edge

Pass 3 Apr 2014 39,669 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2013 35,775 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 31,267 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 27,183 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 27,139 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 worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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VK08 VWV is a 2008 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VK08 VWV, 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 VK08 VWV registered?

VK08 VWV is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is VK08 VWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK08 VWV shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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