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EA08 BJK

2008 BMW X3

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

157,616 mi
Last recorded157,616 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA08 BJK
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 157,616 miles

oil leak on engine

Pass 21 Aug 2024 147,985 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2023 137,968 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 130,433 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Caster arm bush started split, (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Brake pads close to wear 3.0mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement caster arm bush started split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin brake pads close to wear 3.0mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2021 120,884 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 110,772 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2020 110,772 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 105,029 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2019 105,029 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid topped up (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2018 98,464 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2017 91,135 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 82,852 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2016 82,852 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 28 Oct 2015 72,097 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 60,528 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 50,982 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 39,254 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 12 Apr 2011 26,907 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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EA08 BJK is a 2008 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 EA08 BJK, 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 EA08 BJK registered?

EA08 BJK is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 1 May 2008.

Is EA08 BJK safe to buy?

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