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AU08 UBT

2008 BMW X3

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

136,764 mi
Last recorded136,764 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 UBT
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 136,764 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 128,968 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2024 128,968 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2023 121,083 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamp (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2022 114,038 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 108,449 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 101,267 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 95,462 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 89,219 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 83,047 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 74,656 miles

full lenght under trays fitted

Pass 16 Sep 2015 67,434 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 51,948 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 15 Sep 2014 51,948 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Sep 2013 36,946 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 26 Feb 2013 33,387 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Feb 2012 28,664 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 25 Feb 2011 24,056 miles

Nearside front tyre perished

Nearside rear tyre perished

Fail 23 Feb 2011 24,021 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside front tyre perished

Nearside rear tyre perished

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 UBT is a 2008 BMW X3 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 UBT, 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 UBT?

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What year was AU08 UBT registered?

AU08 UBT is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is AU08 UBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU08 UBT shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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