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SV08 XOT

2008 BMW X3

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

112,334 mi
Last recorded112,334 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV08 XOT
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2026 112,334 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2025 105,258 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2025 105,258 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 15 Jun 2024 94,792 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) o/s and n/s

Pass 17 Jun 2023 84,938 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 79,249 miles

engine cover fitted

Pass 9 Jul 2021 73,568 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 72,858 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 65,104 miles
Fail 20 May 2019 65,103 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 May 2018 58,957 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Mar 2017 51,758 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2016 45,168 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 41,846 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 38,370 miles

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 11 Mar 2013 31,852 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 27,353 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 23,438 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2011 23,423 miles

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

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

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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SV08 XOT 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 84.2%.

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 SV08 XOT, 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 SV08 XOT registered?

SV08 XOT is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 8 April 2008.

Is SV08 XOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV08 XOT shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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