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K6 NHM

2008 BMW X3

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

115,190 mi
Last recorded115,190 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK6 NHM
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 115,190 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 15 Aug 2025 115,188 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 29 Jul 2024 112,114 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 3 Aug 2023 106,575 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 19 Jul 2023 106,558 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2022 101,540 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 96,094 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 91,704 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 May 2019 84,150 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 76,084 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 68,221 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 60,474 miles

Both front wiper blades split

Offside rear brake binding slightly and signs of heating

Pass 13 May 2015 49,657 miles

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

Fail 12 May 2015 49,612 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2014 41,475 miles

front wipers poor

Fail 12 Jun 2014 41,475 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

front wipers poor

Pass 13 Jun 2013 32,761 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 22,348 miles

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

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)

Fail 13 Jun 2012 22,328 miles

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

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

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 14 Jun 2011 14,897 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 12,939 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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K6 NHM is a 2008 BMW X3 in Blue 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 K6 NHM, 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 K6 NHM registered?

K6 NHM is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 4 February 2008.

Is K6 NHM safe to buy?

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