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VO68 RKE

2018 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

73,147 mi
Last recorded73,147 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2018 BMW X545,420 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO68 RKE
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 73,147 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Fail 10 Mar 2026 72,820 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 17 Dec 2024 62,570 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 17 Dec 2024 62,570 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 8 Apr 2023 42,821 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2022 26,736 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 23,309 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt n/s/r & o/s/r ()

both rear tyres inner edges

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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VO68 RKE is a 2018 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2018 BMW X5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 45,420 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 VO68 RKE, 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 8 years old, this BMW X5 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was VO68 RKE registered?

VO68 RKE is a 2018 BMW X5, first registered on 21 September 2018.

Is VO68 RKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for VO68 RKE shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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