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VX08 WBG

2008 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2024
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

156,363 mi
Last recorded156,363 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX08 WBG
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 19 Oct 2023 156,363 miles

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2022 141,554 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 128,939 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2021 125,107 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2020 117,743 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play ball joint knuckle (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 Jan 2019 112,408 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2018 107,894 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 101,943 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 95,148 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 87,485 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 81,506 miles

Offside 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 29 Aug 2012 76,051 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 69,031 miles

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

Offside Front 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)

nearside front brake disc dust shield broken

nearside rear tyre worn to 1.6mm on the inner edge

offside rear handbrake cable insecure

offside rear tyre worn to 2mm on the inner edge

Pass 23 May 2011 67,727 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
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VX08 WBG is a 2008 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 WBG, 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 WBG registered?

VX08 WBG is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 12 May 2008.

Is VX08 WBG safe to buy?

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