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SM54 ADE

2008 BMW X3

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

104,179 mi
Last recorded104,179 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM54 ADE
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 104,179 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2024 103,553 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Pass 12 Dec 2023 102,898 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Nov 2022 102,170 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Dec 2021 98,846 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))

Pass 2 Dec 2020 94,033 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 87,533 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 80,822 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 73,563 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 64,542 miles

Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot both rears (2.7.4)

plastic under covers fitted

Pass 11 May 2015 56,619 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 May 2014 46,914 miles
Fail 6 May 2014 46,914 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2013 37,222 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2013 37,164 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 May 2012 28,143 miles

Chassis plate on inner wing peeling

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

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

Pass 19 May 2011 19,405 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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SM54 ADE is a 2008 BMW X3 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 SM54 ADE, 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 SM54 ADE registered?

SM54 ADE is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 29 May 2008.

Is SM54 ADE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM54 ADE shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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