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S31 CKY

2008 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

121,092 mi
Last recorded121,092 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS31 CKY
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 121,092 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2025 121,092 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Dec 2024 116,658 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2024 114,060 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 109,164 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 102,641 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 95,859 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 92,078 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 87,753 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))

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

Pass 10 Apr 2018 80,661 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 11 Apr 2017 76,190 miles

coolant light on

Pass 5 Apr 2016 68,561 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Mar 2015 63,067 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 57,959 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2014 57,959 miles

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Mar 2013 52,904 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 48,011 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2012 48,011 miles

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)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 37,107 miles

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

offside rear tyre small cut no canvass

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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S31 CKY is a 2008 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 S31 CKY, 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 S31 CKY registered?

S31 CKY is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 29 March 2008.

Is S31 CKY safe to buy?

The MOT history for S31 CKY shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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