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RF58 DFN

2008 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

91,228 mi
Last recorded91,228 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF58 DFN
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2018 91,228 miles

Engine cover and under trays fitted

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2017 85,559 miles

Oil leak ()

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 22 Apr 2016 76,781 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 15 Apr 2016 76,447 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

under trays fitted

washer fluid warning lamp on

Pass 9 Apr 2015 58,817 miles

front inner brake pads very low

Fail 2 Dec 2014 58,182 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Deep cuts in tread Offside rear tyre

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Service brake: service 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 27 Nov 2013 48,327 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

advise x2 rear tyres slight wear inner edge

Pass 13 Dec 2012 40,737 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 29,980 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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RF58 DFN is a 2008 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 RF58 DFN, 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 RF58 DFN registered?

RF58 DFN is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 8 December 2008.

Is RF58 DFN safe to buy?

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