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FP08 FBV

2008 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

136,887 mi
Last recorded136,887 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2017
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP08 FBV
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2017 136,887 miles

o/s/n/s front brake pads getting low

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

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

Nearside Rear child seat fitted cannot check seat belt

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

brake pad warning light on

engine covers fitted obscuring some components

engine light on

parking hand brake leaver slightly sticking on ratchet

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 1 Mar 2017 136,887 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

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

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

Nearside Rear child seat fitted cannot check seat belt

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

brake pad warning light on

engine covers fitted obscuring some components

engine light on

o/s/n/s front brake pads getting low

parking hand brake leaver slightly sticking on ratchet

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 15 May 2015 120,333 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all tyres wearing on inner edges

brake pad warning light illuminated

centre seatbelt catch hidden under seat. Cannot obtain due to child seat fitted to nearside rear seat

Pass 8 May 2014 113,418 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2013 102,030 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2012 85,450 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 70,324 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2011 70,324 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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FP08 FBV is a 2008 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 FP08 FBV, 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 FP08 FBV registered?

FP08 FBV is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 2 May 2008.

Is FP08 FBV safe to buy?

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