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OV08 ULM

2008 BMW X3

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2022
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

84,258 mi
Last recorded84,258 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV08 ULM
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2021 84,258 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2019 81,743 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 80,326 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 78,522 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 76,190 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 66,986 miles

Brake master cylinder level slightly low.

Dummy spare wheel loose in boot.

Suspect rear bumper trim incomplete.

Various chips in windscreen but all just within limits at time of test.

Fail 27 Jan 2015 66,620 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Brake master cylinder level slightly low.

Dummy spare wheel loose in boot.

Suspect rear bumper trim incomplete.

Various chips in windscreen but all just within limits at time of test.

Pass 30 Jan 2014 48,466 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 42,449 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 20 Jan 2012 32,400 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jan 2012 32,400 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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OV08 ULM is a 2008 BMW X3 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 OV08 ULM, 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 OV08 ULM registered?

OV08 ULM is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 2 June 2008.

Is OV08 ULM safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV08 ULM shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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