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DB08 REV

2008 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

96,416 mi
Last recorded96,416 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDB08 REV
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 96,416 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2025 95,935 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2024 95,539 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 94,717 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 93,371 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 91,697 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 89,875 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2019 89,875 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2018 87,865 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2018 87,865 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 1 Nov 2017 85,840 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 81,672 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 78,099 miles

no tow ball fitted

Fail 1 Oct 2015 78,099 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

no tow ball fitted

Pass 12 Sep 2014 55,939 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 35,294 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Pass 17 Oct 2012 16,856 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 6,741 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 5,555 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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DB08 REV is a 2008 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 DB08 REV, 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 DB08 REV registered?

DB08 REV is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 31 October 2008.

Is DB08 REV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DB08 REV shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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