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LV08 XEJ

2008 BMW X3

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

119,545 mi
Last recorded119,545 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV08 XEJ
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2023 119,545 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2023 119,545 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2021 107,773 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2020 93,167 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2019 75,790 miles

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

Underbody trims spoiling view underneath vehicle

Pass 18 Dec 2017 61,216 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2017 49,116 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 45,400 miles

Offside Rear tyre has deep cut in tread but can not see cords at this time

Pass 14 Apr 2015 40,739 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

all wheel brgs not fully tested due to 4 wheel drive system

front and rear inner brake pads appear low

Pass 16 Apr 2014 36,225 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 29,870 miles

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

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)

Pass 23 Apr 2012 21,452 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 17,039 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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LV08 XEJ is a 2008 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 LV08 XEJ, 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 LV08 XEJ registered?

LV08 XEJ is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 24 April 2008.

Is LV08 XEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV08 XEJ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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