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LX08 UNP

2008 BMW X3

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

128,343 mi
Last recorded128,343 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX08 UNP
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 128,343 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2025 120,399 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2024 117,118 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2023 114,137 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 105,640 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 99,541 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2020 96,233 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 88,681 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 9 Mar 2018 77,747 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 67,921 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit All tyre treads low (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Mar 2016 57,153 miles

o/side rear tyre perishinig on tread

Fail 11 Mar 2016 57,153 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

o/side rear tyre perishinig on tread

Pass 3 Mar 2015 53,175 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2015 53,175 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2014 45,969 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 34,658 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 26,772 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2012 26,697 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2011 20,575 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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LX08 UNP is a 2008 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 LX08 UNP, 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 LX08 UNP registered?

LX08 UNP is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is LX08 UNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX08 UNP shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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