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KA57 FTV

2008 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

33,809 mi
Last recorded33,809 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKA57 FTV
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 33,809 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2025 29,855 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2023 28,328 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 27,044 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2021 25,778 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 24,453 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2019 23,470 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2019 23,470 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2018 22,248 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 20,970 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 19,668 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 16 Dec 2015 16,929 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Dec 2014 14,093 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2014 14,091 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2013 11,013 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 8,905 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 7,388 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 6,263 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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KA57 FTV is a 2008 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 KA57 FTV, 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 KA57 FTV registered?

KA57 FTV is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 15 January 2008.

Is KA57 FTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KA57 FTV shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KA57 FTV have outstanding finance?

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