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SB08 TRV

2008 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2024
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

112,129 mi
Last recorded112,129 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB08 TRV
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2023 112,129 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 26 Jun 2023 112,128 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

4x4 warning lamp on

Brake warning lamp on

Cling film tangled around front prop shaft coupling

Coolant level warning lamp on

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2022 104,988 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 95,190 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 88,755 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 83,924 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 81,169 miles

Diesel smoke test passed trigger point not met

Oil leak ()

Pass 22 Mar 2017 77,548 miles

Engine cover and under trays fitted

Oil leak ()

Fail 22 Mar 2017 77,548 miles

Engine cover and under trays fitted

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Oil leak ()

Pass 8 Mar 2016 73,754 miles

Engine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet Inspection

Undertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection

Fail 8 Mar 2016 73,755 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Engine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet Inspection

Undertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection

Pass 9 Sep 2014 67,511 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2014 67,511 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 May 2013 53,655 miles

Exhaust clamp split

Fail 14 May 2013 53,655 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Exhaust clamp split

Pass 26 Apr 2012 40,486 miles

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)

Fail 26 Apr 2012 40,486 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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 28 Apr 2011 27,940 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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SB08 TRV is a 2008 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SB08 TRV, 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.

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What year was SB08 TRV registered?

SB08 TRV is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 23 May 2008.

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