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YC08 CDF

2008 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

147,418 mi
Last recorded147,418 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC08 CDF
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 147,418 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2024 140,631 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2024 134,765 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 128,777 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 118,631 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2020 107,039 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2020 106,916 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Nov 2019 99,052 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2019 99,040 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 95,690 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 83,762 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2018 83,762 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2017 76,691 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2016 71,292 miles
Fail 31 May 2016 71,276 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2015 67,677 miles

Oil around the undertray

Fail 26 Jun 2015 67,673 miles

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

Oil around the undertray

Pass 21 Jun 2014 62,934 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 57,100 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2012 46,930 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2011 35,812 miles

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

Fail 8 Oct 2010 29,437 miles

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

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Offside Rear 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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YC08 CDF is a 2008 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 YC08 CDF, 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 YC08 CDF registered?

YC08 CDF is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 29 May 2008.

Is YC08 CDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC08 CDF shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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