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WV08 MFU

2008 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

188,722 mi
Last recorded188,722 miles
Recorded on18 May 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV08 MFU
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2020 188,722 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 182,694 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 174,000 miles
Fail 10 May 2018 174,000 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front arm (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear arm (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 May 2017 168,980 miles

Covers fitted under bonnet.

Covers fitted under vehicle.

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)

Pass 18 May 2016 156,308 miles

Front Number plate cracked

Pass 14 May 2015 122,223 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 May 2015 122,214 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear inner pads appear low

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 May 2014 79,943 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 48,579 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 28,064 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 22,671 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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WV08 MFU is a 2008 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 WV08 MFU, 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.

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What year was WV08 MFU registered?

WV08 MFU is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 19 May 2008.

Is WV08 MFU safe to buy?

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