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2 FYV

2008 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

102,775 mi
Last recorded102,775 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration2 FYV
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2023 102,775 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2022 100,220 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 97,073 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 92,576 miles

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

Fail 18 Nov 2020 92,551 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Pass 8 Nov 2019 88,610 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Nov 2018 81,850 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 75,467 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 68,310 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 61,401 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 54,079 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2014 54,058 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

OSR tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 19 Oct 2013 43,943 miles

Emission tested but no readings recorded

Pass 16 Oct 2012 36,313 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 22,880 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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2 FYV 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 2 FYV, 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 2 FYV registered?

2 FYV is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is 2 FYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for 2 FYV 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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