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LB08 FWO

2008 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

163,884 mi
Last recorded163,884 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB08 FWO
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2022 163,884 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2021 161,478 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 150,555 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2019 144,582 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2018 137,987 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 131,477 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2017 131,477 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Nov 2016 122,047 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2016 122,047 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Dec 2015 111,981 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some engine bay components

Under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Nov 2014 98,083 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Dec 2013 85,487 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Nov 2012 74,348 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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 27 Nov 2012 74,348 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Nov 2011 60,763 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 47,637 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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LB08 FWO is a 2008 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 LB08 FWO, 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.

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What year was LB08 FWO registered?

LB08 FWO is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 24 June 2008.

Is LB08 FWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB08 FWO shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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