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AU08 UAX

2008 BMW X3

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

56,952 mi
Last recorded56,952 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 UAX
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 56,952 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2025 55,863 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2024 54,189 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2024 54,172 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2023 51,898 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Feb 2022 49,355 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2021 46,701 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 44,392 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 38,863 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 35,229 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 31,727 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 28,062 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 24,469 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 21,470 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 19,133 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 17,398 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 14,123 miles

How Reliable is the BMW X3?

Based on 1,227,551 MOT tests across 116,465 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
7,291
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
116,465
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,027
coil spring broken 11,583
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7,799
coil spring fractured 6,299
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 5,284
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AU08 UAX is a 2008 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2008 BMW X3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 79,610 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW X3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,027 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU08 UAX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X3 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this BMW X3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AU08 UAX?

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What year was AU08 UAX registered?

AU08 UAX is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is AU08 UAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU08 UAX shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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