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LR08 HME

2008 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

142,627 mi
Last recorded142,627 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR08 HME
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2021 142,627 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2021 142,592 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 235/55/17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 137,142 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 6 Mar 2020 137,142 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 7 Mar 2019 125,142 miles

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

Fail 6 Mar 2019 125,129 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2018 112,196 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 100,678 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 89,055 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 84,167 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 72,496 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

covers fitted to both sills

Pass 25 Feb 2013 60,512 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both front wiper blades smearing slightly

both rear tyres starting to perish slightly

Pass 13 Feb 2012 46,727 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 34,431 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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LR08 HME is a 2008 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 LR08 HME, 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 LR08 HME registered?

LR08 HME is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 12 March 2008.

Is LR08 HME safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR08 HME shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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