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VRD 107

2008 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

54,639 mi
Last recorded54,639 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVRD 107
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2026 54,639 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 27 Jun 2026 54,639 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Jul 2025 52,083 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2024 51,989 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2024 51,983 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jul 2023 50,071 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2023 50,102 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jun 2022 48,364 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2021 47,101 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 46,117 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 44,963 miles
Fail 18 May 2019 44,963 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Apr 2018 44,012 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2018 44,012 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Mar 2017 43,010 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2017 43,010 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2016 41,284 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2016 41,284 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 40,075 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 137,370 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 125,963 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 99,517 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2011 95,740 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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VRD 107 is a 2008 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 VRD 107, 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 VRD 107?

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What year was VRD 107 registered?

VRD 107 is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 12 December 2008.

Is VRD 107 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VRD 107 shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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