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LM58 PYH

2008 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

118,121 mi
Last recorded118,121 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM58 PYH
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2026 118,121 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Mar 2025 112,214 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2024 109,797 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2023 108,408 miles

Covers + Shields Fitted

Handbrake Travel

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 235/55/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Sides - 235/55/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 15 Mar 2023 108,408 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault Airbag Light Illuminated (7.1.6 (a))

Covers + Shields Fitted

Handbrake Travel

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 235/55/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Sides - 235/55/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2022 105,926 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge plus nail (5.2.3 (e))

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

both rear and offside front tyres wearing

Fail 23 Feb 2022 105,926 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge plus nail (5.2.3 (e))

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

both rear and offside front tyres wearing

Pass 13 Jan 2021 104,275 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Stop lamp(s) obviously incorrectly positioned (4.3.3 (a) (i))

parking brake little reserve travel

Fail 12 Jan 2021 104,275 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Stop lamp(s) obviously incorrectly positioned (4.3.3 (a) (i))

parking brake little reserve travel

Pass 20 May 2019 103,093 miles

During the Emission test slightly Blow Smoke

Fail 20 May 2019 103,093 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

During the Emission test slightly Blow Smoke

Pass 27 Mar 2018 101,811 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 98,382 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2017 98,382 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2015 90,502 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2014 79,791 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2013 69,244 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Oct 2013 69,244 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 57,849 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 47,245 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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LM58 PYH is a 2008 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 LM58 PYH, 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 LM58 PYH registered?

LM58 PYH is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 17 November 2008.

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