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GV08 FRR

2008 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

115,783 mi
Last recorded115,783 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV08 FRR
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 115,783 miles

Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2024 111,739 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2023 111,542 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

n/s/r bind

Pass 14 May 2021 104,311 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2020 99,652 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 87,534 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 85,448 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly perished on inner sidewall

Pass 12 Jan 2017 85,110 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 82,112 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 75,621 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

rear window broken

Pass 24 Apr 2013 68,710 miles

Advise,brake warning illuminated,also nearside head lamp washer jets missing.

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2012 60,713 miles

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

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

both front tyre wearing on edges outer and inner

Fail 20 Apr 2012 60,677 miles

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

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

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

both front tyre wearing on edges outer and inner

Pass 22 Apr 2011 52,765 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)

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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GV08 FRR is a 2008 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 GV08 FRR, 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 GV08 FRR registered?

GV08 FRR is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 15 April 2008.

Is GV08 FRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV08 FRR shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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