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YA08 FCF

2008 BMW X5

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

141,930 mi
Last recorded141,930 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA08 FCF
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2018 141,930 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 139,507 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 138,136 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 133,148 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 116,265 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 89,495 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2011 66,510 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Jul 2011 66,510 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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YA08 FCF is a 2008 BMW X5 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YA08 FCF, 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 YA08 FCF registered?

YA08 FCF is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 1 August 2008.

Is YA08 FCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YA08 FCF shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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