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BN08 NYS

2008 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

168,671 mi
Last recorded168,671 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN08 NYS
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2018 168,671 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

differential has small weep

Pass 20 Sep 2017 152,714 miles

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

rear discs corroded and scored

Fail 13 Sep 2017 152,110 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

rear discs corroded and scored

Pass 5 Sep 2016 134,827 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Sep 2015 121,298 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 106,651 miles

Front wipers slight smear

Pass 28 Aug 2013 92,345 miles

Front discs lipped

Front wipers slightly smearing

Fail 28 Aug 2013 92,345 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front discs lipped

Front wipers slightly smearing

Fail 25 Sep 2012 84,181 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 84,181 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 63,365 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

sill covers fitted

under floor covers fitted

Fail 12 Apr 2011 63,363 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

sill covers fitted

under floor covers fitted

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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BN08 NYS is a 2008 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BN08 NYS, 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 BN08 NYS registered?

BN08 NYS is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 15 April 2008.

Is BN08 NYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN08 NYS shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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