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EX08 VLJ

2008 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

110,257 mi
Last recorded110,257 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX08 VLJ
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Fail 6 Dec 2022 110,257 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2021 108,205 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 105,249 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 98,956 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 92,492 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 86,101 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 80,707 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

all tyres worn to near legal limit

Pass 14 Jan 2015 69,916 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Mar 2014 67,265 miles

Nearside front brake disc corroded but not to excess

Nearside rear brake disc corroded but not to excess

Offside front brake disc corroded but not to excess

Offside rear brake disc corroded but not to excess

Pass 25 Mar 2013 60,541 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 40,720 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

n/s front tyre badly worn on outside edge has cut in wall and is perished

o/s front tyre is very badly perished

rear tyres are perished

Pass 26 Feb 2011 33,384 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s front tyre worn on outside edge

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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EX08 VLJ 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 91.7%.

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 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 EX08 VLJ, 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 EX08 VLJ registered?

EX08 VLJ is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is EX08 VLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX08 VLJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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