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AY08 LGW

2008 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

167,035 mi
Last recorded167,035 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY08 LGW
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2022 167,035 miles

Nearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both ()

Fail 17 Mar 2022 167,035 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both ()

Pass 18 Mar 2021 162,218 miles

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

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 19 Mar 2020 159,192 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Mar 2020 159,192 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Mar 2019 155,411 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both rear shock dust covers broken

Pass 20 Mar 2018 150,453 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 146,332 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 137,802 miles

Engine cover and undertrays fitted

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Zero Emissions

Pass 28 Feb 2015 123,029 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Mar 2014 106,285 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

very slight movement in front lower balljoint

Pass 5 Mar 2013 88,592 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Feb 2012 71,926 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2012 71,926 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 59,448 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2011 59,448 miles

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

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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AY08 LGW is a 2008 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AY08 LGW, 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.

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What year was AY08 LGW registered?

AY08 LGW is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 23 June 2008.

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