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BL55 SEZ

2008 BMW X3

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Feb 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

147,763 mi
Last recorded147,763 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL55 SEZ
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 147,763 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2025 144,531 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Feb 2024 140,911 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Jan 2023 137,675 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2022 134,685 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2021 131,545 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Feb 2020 128,667 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2019 125,909 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2018 122,820 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 119,418 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 116,048 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2015 116,041 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Sep 2014 107,576 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 90,082 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 75,505 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 52,411 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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BL55 SEZ is a 2008 BMW X3 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 BL55 SEZ, 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 BL55 SEZ registered?

BL55 SEZ is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 21 March 2008.

Is BL55 SEZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL55 SEZ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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