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OU08 LHW

2008 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

111,378 mi
Last recorded111,378 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU08 LHW
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2020 111,378 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2020 111,378 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 235/55/17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer not working pump working (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Oct 2018 91,253 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Mar 2017 65,414 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 48,665 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2016 48,665 miles

Nearside Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 7 Dec 2015 45,043 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2015 45,042 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 9 Aug 2014 42,906 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 Aug 2014 42,906 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Aug 2013 39,609 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 35,998 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 33,635 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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OU08 LHW is a 2008 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 OU08 LHW, 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 OU08 LHW registered?

OU08 LHW is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 18 April 2008.

Is OU08 LHW safe to buy?

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