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VX08 VPF

2008 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2022
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

132,326 mi
Last recorded132,326 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX08 VPF
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 7 Jan 2021 132,326 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 124,671 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides have slight lip! (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))

Pass 31 Dec 2018 109,043 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2017 102,414 miles

Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint both (2.5.B.1a)

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

both rear tyres wearing from the inner edges.

Pass 28 Dec 2016 96,674 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 90,215 miles

low smoke emitter, smoke sample not detected

Pass 9 Jan 2015 83,459 miles

brake wear indicator and prompt on dash

Pass 14 Sep 2013 67,696 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 51,824 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 39,529 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 34,701 miles

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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VX08 VPF is a 2008 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VX08 VPF, 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 VX08 VPF registered?

VX08 VPF is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is VX08 VPF safe to buy?

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