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BV08 SAM

2017 BMW X3

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

89,982 mi
Last recorded89,982 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2017 BMW X346,260 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV08 SAM
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 25 Sep 2025 89,982 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear shock absorbers corroded

Pass 23 Sep 2024 84,081 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 72,665 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 58,034 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 42,802 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 27,088 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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BV08 SAM is a 2017 BMW X3 in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2017 BMW X3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 46,260 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 BV08 SAM, 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 9 years old, this BMW X3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BV08 SAM registered?

BV08 SAM is a 2017 BMW X3, first registered on 1 September 2017.

Is BV08 SAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV08 SAM shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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