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LW08 XXX

2008 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

141,190 mi
Last recorded141,190 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLW08 XXX
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 141,190 miles

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

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

under trasy fitted

Pass 28 Oct 2024 129,090 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Oct 2024 129,088 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning both not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2023 124,095 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Oct 2023 124,095 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid all (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2022 116,036 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front brake back plate loose

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Nov 2022 115,980 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front brake back plate loose

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 106,482 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Nov 2021 106,477 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2020 93,997 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2020 93,994 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb looks to be fitted incorrectly (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure multiple buldges on inner wall of tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Sep 2019 88,536 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2018 78,795 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 78,311 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2017 72,170 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2016 65,208 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 59,745 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 3 Jul 2014 53,502 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 45,609 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 42,571 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2012 42,571 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 33,590 miles

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

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

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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LW08 XXX is a 2008 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 LW08 XXX, 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 LW08 XXX registered?

LW08 XXX is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 4 July 2008.

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