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FV08 PXH

2008 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

186,891 mi
Last recorded186,891 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 PXH
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2022 186,891 miles

Rear differential corroded

Rear differential leak

Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection.

Pass 10 Dec 2021 179,018 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2020 169,466 miles

Rear diff oil slightly leaking

Pass 10 Jun 2019 155,992 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2018 144,869 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Central Oil leak ()

Pass 23 May 2017 132,498 miles
Fail 18 May 2017 132,490 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2016 119,436 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 105,733 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 93,031 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 81,521 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 68,657 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

cut in nearside rear tyre

Fail 10 May 2012 68,657 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

cut in nearside rear tyre

Pass 27 Apr 2011 57,679 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 57,416 miles

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

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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FV08 PXH is a 2008 BMW X3 in Grey 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 FV08 PXH, 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 FV08 PXH registered?

FV08 PXH is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 10 May 2008.

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