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BF08 OCU

2008 BMW X3

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

121,349 mi
Last recorded121,349 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF08 OCU
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2019 121,349 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 114,860 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 108,056 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 101,199 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 94,374 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

air con belt missing,belt deteriorated/resting on bottom under tray

nail in nearside front tyre,also sidewall damage

offside front tyre worn on inner edage of tread

Fail 10 Mar 2015 94,290 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

air con belt missing,belt deteriorated/resting on bottom under tray

nail in nearside front tyre,also sidewall damage

offside front tyre worn on inner edage of tread

Pass 14 Mar 2014 86,430 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Mar 2013 77,790 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2013 77,790 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 16 Nov 2012 77,703 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 76,616 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 59,495 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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BF08 OCU is a 2008 BMW X3 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BF08 OCU, 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

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What year was BF08 OCU registered?

BF08 OCU is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is BF08 OCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF08 OCU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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