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LT08 MHL

2008 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

85,825 mi
Last recorded85,825 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT08 MHL
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 85,825 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2025 81,608 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2024 75,188 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2023 69,567 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Feb 2023 69,567 miles

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Feb 2022 63,382 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 12 Oct 2020 56,313 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 47,197 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 37,930 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 30,015 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 21,173 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2015 16,784 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Apr 2014 15,788 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 14,630 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 4 Apr 2012 12,481 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 10,990 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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LT08 MHL is a 2008 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 LT08 MHL, 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 LT08 MHL registered?

LT08 MHL is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 16 April 2008.

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