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SP58 UXC

2008 BMW X3

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

154,794 mi
Last recorded154,794 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP58 UXC
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 154,794 miles

corrosion built up along the underside of the vehicle

Fail 20 Apr 2026 154,762 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

corrosion built up along the underside of the vehicle

Pass 6 Dec 2024 141,981 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 127,979 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

corrosion to both rear shock absorber casings

corrosion to front and rear sub frames and suspension components

Fail 27 Sep 2023 127,969 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

corrosion to both rear shock absorber casings

corrosion to front and rear sub frames and suspension components

Pass 12 Sep 2022 119,429 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 115,575 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 111,644 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 102,289 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold - front pipe joint (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 1 Oct 2019 102,289 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold - front pipe joint (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2019 101,489 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2017 98,319 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 90,307 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 72,888 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre tread slightly damaged

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

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

Offside Front tyre tread slightly damaged

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

Fail 8 Dec 2015 72,888 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front tyre tread slightly damaged

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

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

Offside Front tyre tread slightly damaged

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

Pass 27 Nov 2014 60,674 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 53,025 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 45,346 miles

n/s rear position light 50%

Pass 16 Sep 2011 36,009 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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SP58 UXC is a 2008 BMW X3 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 SP58 UXC, 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 SP58 UXC registered?

SP58 UXC is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 5 September 2008.

Is SP58 UXC safe to buy?

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