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FH08 LRU

2008 BMW X3

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

118,129 mi
Last recorded118,129 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH08 LRU
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2021 118,129 miles

handbrake performance only 16%

Fail 10 Dec 2021 118,121 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Drive shaft likely to become detached all securing bolts loose (6.1.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

handbrake performance only 16%

Pass 26 Nov 2020 111,885 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2019 104,261 miles

rear suspension corroded

Pass 31 May 2018 102,029 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 99,228 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 93,395 miles

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

Fail 26 Feb 2016 93,395 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 2 Mar 2015 84,943 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Rear 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)

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

Pass 6 Feb 2014 75,292 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 56,146 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2012 56,146 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Fail 5 Mar 2011 44,853 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Mar 2011 44,853 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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FH08 LRU is a 2008 BMW X3 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FH08 LRU, 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 FH08 LRU registered?

FH08 LRU is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 26 June 2008.

Is FH08 LRU safe to buy?

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