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VIG 5061

2008 BMW X3

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

117,855 mi
Last recorded117,855 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVIG 5061
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 117,855 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 116,586 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 115,712 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber bump stop deteriorated

Fail 27 Sep 2021 115,712 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber bump stop deteriorated

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 29 Sep 2020 107,806 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 27 Sep 2019 103,922 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 93,370 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 1 Oct 2018 93,370 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 May 2017 78,172 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 18 May 2016 64,689 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 52,251 miles

n/s/f tyre outer wall perrishing and cracking but no cords showing

o/s/f tyre outer wall perrishing and cracking but not showing cords

Pass 2 Jun 2014 38,612 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 34,180 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 25,678 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 21,631 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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VIG 5061 is a 2008 BMW X3 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 VIG 5061, 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 VIG 5061 registered?

VIG 5061 is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 5 June 2008.

Is VIG 5061 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VIG 5061 shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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