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SN08 MZE

2008 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

88,316 mi
Last recorded88,316 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN08 MZE
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 88,316 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2025 88,316 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2024 84,850 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 79,293 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2022 77,990 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 76,120 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2020 73,736 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 66,763 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 62,349 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2017 58,322 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 54,785 miles

Nearside Rear tyre nail

top and bottom guards

Pass 20 Mar 2015 48,757 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Mar 2014 45,048 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 42,831 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 38,932 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2012 31,613 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Apr 2011 24,183 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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SN08 MZE is a 2008 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 SN08 MZE, 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 SN08 MZE registered?

SN08 MZE is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 16 April 2008.

Is SN08 MZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN08 MZE shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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