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PG08 YLW

2008 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

106,241 mi
Last recorded106,241 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPG08 YLW
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 106,241 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2026 104,447 miles

Nearside Front Brake caliper boot split.

Offside Front Brake caliper boot split.

Fail 10 Feb 2026 104,447 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake caliper boot split.

Offside Front Brake caliper boot split.

Pass 12 Feb 2025 95,380 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2024 86,626 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Feb 2023 79,524 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2022 72,819 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2021 65,992 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge aprox 2.5mm and wearing bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge aprox 3mm and wearing bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear tyre valve badly splitting

Pass 7 Feb 2020 61,841 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2019 56,380 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 53,676 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 May 2017 49,436 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 42,722 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 37,236 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 32,552 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2013 24,595 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 18,287 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 12,847 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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PG08 YLW is a 2008 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 PG08 YLW, 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

How do I check the history of PG08 YLW?

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What year was PG08 YLW registered?

PG08 YLW is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 19 June 2008.

Is PG08 YLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for PG08 YLW shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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