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LR08 VBN

2008 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

73,287 mi
Last recorded73,287 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2021 73,287 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 71,934 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 69,122 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 67,155 miles
Fail 24 May 2018 67,148 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

Pass 25 May 2017 62,735 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Offside and nearside (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Offside and nearside (3.5.1g)

Fail 25 May 2017 62,735 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Offside and nearside (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Offside and nearside (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 May 2016 57,470 miles
Fail 19 May 2016 57,470 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 May 2015 52,011 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 43,153 miles

emissions too clean to be recorded

Pass 24 May 2013 37,267 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

emissions too clean to be recorded

Pass 29 May 2012 30,201 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2011 25,042 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

emissions too clean to be recorded

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 VBN 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 VBN, 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 VBN registered?

LR08 VBN is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 18 March 2008.

Is LR08 VBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR08 VBN 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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