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SY08 DSX

2008 BMW X6

Red Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

153,053 mi
Last recorded153,053 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW X681,377 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY08 DSX
MakeBMW
ModelX6
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 153,053 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2024 148,659 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2023 141,543 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2022 133,073 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2021 123,033 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2021 119,772 miles

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2020 109,600 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 100,349 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 93,721 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 90,483 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 79,277 miles

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

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

Offside Rear tyre has slightly torn outer side wall,but is within mot tolerance.

Pass 21 Jun 2016 79,228 miles

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

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

Offside Rear tyre has a torn outer sidewall but is within mot tolerance.

Tyre pressure warning lamp is illuminated

Pass 27 Jun 2015 65,391 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 42,387 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jun 2013 40,975 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 Jun 2012 33,632 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2012 33,632 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 26,989 miles

How Reliable is the BMW X6?

Based on 167,449 MOT tests across 17,998 vehicles.

84.8%
Pass Rate
7,403
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
17,998
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre has ply or cords exposed 1,277
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,029
coil spring broken 809
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 782
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SY08 DSX is a 2008 BMW X6 in Red with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2008 BMW X6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 81,377 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW X6 fails its MOT is tyre has ply or cords exposed, accounting for 1,277 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SY08 DSX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X6 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this BMW X6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SY08 DSX registered?

SY08 DSX is a 2008 BMW X6, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is SY08 DSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY08 DSX shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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