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RA08 EUM

2008 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

139,070 mi
Last recorded139,070 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA08 EUM
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2021 139,070 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2020 137,810 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 135,896 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 133,745 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 130,666 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 127,331 miles
Fail 25 May 2016 127,331 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 120,854 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jul 2014 106,214 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

otter sill covers fitted

Fail 24 Jul 2014 106,214 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

otter sill covers fitted

Pass 24 Jul 2013 90,208 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

outer sill covers fitted

Pass 25 Jul 2012 71,466 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

emissious to clean

plastic covers fitted

Pass 22 Jul 2011 55,241 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

plastic covers fitted

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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RA08 EUM is a 2008 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 RA08 EUM, 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 RA08 EUM registered?

RA08 EUM is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 5 July 2008.

Is RA08 EUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA08 EUM shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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