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FP08 RUC

2008 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

73,841 mi
Last recorded73,841 miles
Recorded on5 May 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP08 RUC
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 May 2022 73,841 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 66,404 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2020 59,388 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 51,572 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 42,581 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2018 42,581 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2017 33,515 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED

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

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

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 9 May 2016 31,036 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2015 27,605 miles
Fail 9 May 2015 27,659 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2014 24,385 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 16,625 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2013 16,625 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2012 7,229 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 6,827 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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FP08 RUC 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 80%.

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 FP08 RUC, 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 FP08 RUC registered?

FP08 RUC is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 13 May 2008.

Is FP08 RUC safe to buy?

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