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GK08 VUP

2008 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

97,611 mi
Last recorded97,611 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK08 VUP
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2019 97,611 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 90,396 miles

Nearside Rear tyre tread wearing on inner edge

Offside Rear tyre tread wearing on inner edge

Fail 29 Mar 2018 90,396 miles

Nearside Rear tyre tread wearing on inner edge

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear tyre tread wearing on inner edge

Pass 12 May 2017 88,406 miles

Nearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 11 May 2017 88,406 miles

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

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

Nearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 15 Apr 2016 83,930 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2016 83,929 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 79,394 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 75,266 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2014 75,266 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 6 Mar 2013 70,051 miles

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

Pass 29 Feb 2012 63,284 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 55,724 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2011 55,724 miles

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

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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GK08 VUP is a 2008 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 GK08 VUP, 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 GK08 VUP registered?

GK08 VUP is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 4 March 2008.

Is GK08 VUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK08 VUP shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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