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LC08 GUG

2008 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

121,001 mi
Last recorded121,001 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC08 GUG
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 121,001 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2025 111,567 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2024 99,651 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 97,696 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 91,538 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 85,724 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 78,061 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 71,356 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 63,903 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 55,947 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2015 51,004 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2015 51,003 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 Mar 2014 42,363 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 34,617 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 27,904 miles

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

Offside Front 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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LC08 GUG is a 2008 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 LC08 GUG, 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 LC08 GUG registered?

LC08 GUG is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 18 April 2008.

Is LC08 GUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC08 GUG shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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