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HB51 CAB

2008 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

87,222 mi
Last recorded87,222 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHB51 CAB
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 87,222 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin All rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Nov 2024 78,558 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2024 78,558 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Nov 2023 69,719 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 61,678 miles

Under tray fitted

Fail 18 Nov 2022 12,600 miles

Parking brake lever is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (1.1.6 (f))

Under tray fitted

Pass 5 Nov 2021 55,870 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 49,417 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2019 41,465 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2019 41,462 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Nov 2018 22,354 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2017 21,952 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 20,546 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2016 20,546 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Oct 2015 19,865 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2015 19,865 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 18,916 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2013 18,046 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 16,746 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 14,697 miles

body damage to nearside and offside front bumper

Fail 23 Aug 2011 14,653 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

body damage to nearside and offside front bumper

both front tyres worn on inner and outer edge

both rear tyres worn on centre tread

nearside front tyre has cut in side wall but not through to ply or cords

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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HB51 CAB is a 2008 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 HB51 CAB, 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 HB51 CAB registered?

HB51 CAB is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 4 August 2008.

Is HB51 CAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for HB51 CAB shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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