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OE08 XVF

2008 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2018
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

102,873 mi
Last recorded102,873 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2017
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE08 XVF
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2017 102,873 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2017 102,856 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Fail 20 Dec 2016 102,696 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Oil leak ()

eml light on

Pass 9 Dec 2015 92,880 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2015 92,880 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Dec 2014 80,396 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 69,281 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2013 58,239 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 6 Jul 2011 39,875 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 6 Jul 2011 39,875 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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OE08 XVF is a 2008 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 OE08 XVF, 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 OE08 XVF registered?

OE08 XVF is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 23 July 2008.

Is OE08 XVF safe to buy?

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Does OE08 XVF have outstanding finance?

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