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SV58 VFS

2008 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

121,907 mi
Last recorded121,907 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV58 VFS
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2019 121,907 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 May 2019 121,872 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 May 2018 114,382 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 110,592 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 84,926 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 77,497 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2015 77,491 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2014 72,326 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 64,460 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2013 63,853 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

brake pad warning light on brake pads ok

dtc lamp on different tyre sizes front to rear

Pass 15 Oct 2012 49,418 miles

rear brake pads wearing low

Pass 19 Sep 2011 33,815 miles

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

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

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)

Fail 15 Sep 2011 33,671 miles

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

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

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

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)

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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SV58 VFS is a 2008 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 SV58 VFS, 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 SV58 VFS registered?

SV58 VFS is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 3 October 2008.

Is SV58 VFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV58 VFS shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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