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YK08 GWW

2008 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

89,756 mi
Last recorded89,756 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK08 GWW
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2023 89,756 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2022 85,146 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 83,114 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 80,637 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2020 80,637 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Feb 2019 72,269 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 64,430 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2018 64,430 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Feb 2017 58,242 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 51,478 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 43,460 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Feb 2014 36,045 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

brake pads starting to get lowish

slight damage to near side rear tyre inner sidewall

Pass 27 Feb 2013 32,902 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Feb 2012 29,171 miles

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

front tyres worn on outer edges

Pass 24 Feb 2011 23,907 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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YK08 GWW is a 2008 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 YK08 GWW, 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 YK08 GWW registered?

YK08 GWW is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is YK08 GWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK08 GWW shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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