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SM08 NMO

2008 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

152,760 mi
Last recorded152,760 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM08 NMO
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2022 152,760 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 30 Dec 2022 152,759 miles

Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm both side (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 18 Dec 2021 138,520 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Dec 2020 133,108 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 1 Oct 2019 129,819 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2018 120,692 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2017 105,900 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 83,514 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 61,257 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2014 46,412 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 44,356 miles
Fail 14 May 2013 44,303 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2012 39,081 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 May 2011 32,030 miles

front tyres worn on edges

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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SM08 NMO is a 2008 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 SM08 NMO, 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 SM08 NMO registered?

SM08 NMO is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 16 May 2008.

Is SM08 NMO safe to buy?

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