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FL08 PYW

2008 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2020
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

153,488 mi
Last recorded153,488 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL08 PYW
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2019 153,488 miles

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

rear under trays fitted

Pass 28 Sep 2018 144,938 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2018 144,886 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 Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

brake pad warning lamp on!!

Pass 19 Sep 2017 136,877 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 127,110 miles

front pads worn unevenly

front tyres perished, cracked

n/s/r tyre sidewall perished

o/s/r tyre starting to perish, small

slight oil leak

wipers smeary

Fail 9 Aug 2016 127,107 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing buckle (5.1.1)

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

front pads worn unevenly

front tyres perished, cracked

n/s/r tyre sidewall perished

o/s/r tyre starting to perish, small

slight oil leak

wipers smeary

Pass 14 Aug 2015 115,954 miles

engine covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 27 Aug 2014 108,721 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 27 Aug 2014 108,721 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 May 2013 96,629 miles
Fail 8 May 2013 96,558 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)

Pass 16 May 2012 73,414 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 48,961 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 48,341 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2010 20,990 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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FL08 PYW is a 2008 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 FL08 PYW, 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.

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What year was FL08 PYW registered?

FL08 PYW is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 17 March 2008.

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The MOT history for FL08 PYW shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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