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G2 OMS

2008 BMW X3

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

135,270 mi
Last recorded135,270 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG2 OMS
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 135,270 miles

advise under trays fitted

Pass 26 Sep 2024 124,407 miles

advise under trays fitted

Pass 29 Sep 2023 116,793 miles

Nearside Rear Bump stop deteriorated

Pass 13 Oct 2022 115,251 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 113,734 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2021 113,734 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 110,138 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge centre tread (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 1 Oct 2020 110,133 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge centre tread (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 25 Sep 2019 105,870 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 87,209 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2018 87,209 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2017 74,654 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2016 74,129 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 67,309 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2015 67,282 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2014 57,434 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 37,206 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2013 37,206 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2013 30,942 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 20,004 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Nov 2010 15,425 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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G2 OMS is a 2008 BMW X3 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 G2 OMS, 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 G2 OMS registered?

G2 OMS is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 28 January 2008.

Is G2 OMS safe to buy?

The MOT history for G2 OMS shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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