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YK08 NSU

2008 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

64,029 mi
Last recorded64,029 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK08 NSU
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 64,029 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 27 Dec 2024 57,783 miles

Engine cooling fault- difficult to warm car up to at least 70 degrees, ideal temperature for test should be 80 degrees

Engine covers, undert trays and body panels restrict the view of some components

Fail 16 Dec 2024 92,589 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 2x cuts to cords one inner and one centre (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Engine cooling fault- difficult to warm car up to at least 70 degrees, ideal temperature for test should be 80 degrees

Engine covers, undert trays and body panels restrict the view of some components

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Tailgate very dim LED (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning tailgate (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Jan 2024 53,119 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 30 Dec 2022 48,351 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2022 47,116 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2020 46,248 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 44,564 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2019 44,563 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 43,415 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2018 43,414 miles

Front Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jul 2017 41,051 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2016 36,516 miles

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

Fail 8 Jul 2016 36,516 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

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

Pass 10 Jul 2015 32,733 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jul 2014 28,238 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jul 2013 24,399 miles

N/S/F tyre worn on outer edge,and has wear on inner edge.

Nail in offside rear tyre

O/S/F tyre has wear on both edges.

Fail 11 Jul 2013 24,399 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Offside Front Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective (1.7.2)

N/S/F tyre worn on outer edge,and has wear on inner edge.

Nail in offside rear tyre

O/S/F tyre has wear on both edges.

Pass 10 Jul 2012 20,527 miles

Cut in offside rear tyre to cords <25mm

Pass 13 Jul 2011 16,092 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2011 16,032 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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 NSU is a 2008 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 YK08 NSU, 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 NSU registered?

YK08 NSU is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 25 June 2008.

Is YK08 NSU safe to buy?

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