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SP08 WCW

2008 BMW X3

Bronze Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

97,513 mi
Last recorded97,513 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP08 WCW
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 97,513 miles

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair hand brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 30 Oct 2024 94,336 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

handbrake just met requirements

Pass 31 Oct 2023 91,557 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair hand brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 3 Nov 2022 87,086 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))

Nearside Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Nov 2021 83,346 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2021 83,346 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 81,305 miles

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

Fail 20 Oct 2020 81,305 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Oct 2019 78,569 miles

Nearside handbrake slightly reduced effort

Pass 25 Oct 2018 73,669 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 69,886 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 64,595 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 58,579 miles

Under bonnet covers fitted not allowing a full inspection of all components

Under floor covers fitted not allowing a full inspection of all components

Fail 8 Feb 2016 58,579 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2015 53,886 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 44,620 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 3 Mar 2014 44,593 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 Feb 2013 36,241 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 27,825 miles

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

Fail 14 Feb 2012 27,825 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Feb 2011 20,855 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

all tyres have slight cracks in tread

tyre pressure warning light on

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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SP08 WCW is a 2008 BMW X3 in Bronze with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 SP08 WCW, 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 SP08 WCW registered?

SP08 WCW is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is SP08 WCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP08 WCW shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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