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WK08 FSU

2008 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

143,010 mi
Last recorded143,010 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK08 FSU
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2019 143,010 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2018 133,428 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2018 133,428 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2016 120,983 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 115,046 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 103,738 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2014 97,634 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 89,071 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

nearside rear tyre edge worn

offside front tyre edges worn

Fail 29 Jan 2013 89,070 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

nearside rear tyre edge worn

offside front tyre edges worn

Pass 7 Feb 2012 76,470 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 73,000 miles

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

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 5 May 2011 68,577 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 68,482 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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)

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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WK08 FSU is a 2008 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 WK08 FSU, 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 WK08 FSU?

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What year was WK08 FSU registered?

WK08 FSU is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 20 May 2008.

Is WK08 FSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WK08 FSU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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