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FG58 VAJ

2008 BMW X3

Black Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

99,999 mi
Last recorded99,999 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG58 VAJ
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2022 99,999 miles

Offside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2021 95,281 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 92,342 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 86,602 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2019 86,598 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

unable to check o/s rear wheel bearing due to brake bind

Pass 24 Sep 2018 83,260 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2018 83,258 miles

Brake lining(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Rear Outer Stop lamp(s) not working Both (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Oct 2017 78,106 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 71,576 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 61,111 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2014 49,258 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)

Fail 21 Nov 2014

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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)

Pass 10 Dec 2013 39,367 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 29,959 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2011 23,522 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2011 23,522 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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FG58 VAJ is a 2008 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FG58 VAJ, 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 FG58 VAJ registered?

FG58 VAJ is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 16 December 2008.

Is FG58 VAJ safe to buy?

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