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VN08 BUH

2008 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

132,455 mi
Last recorded132,455 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN08 BUH
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2023 132,455 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2022 127,648 miles

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

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both fronts and n/s/r (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts and n/s/r heavy edgewear (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 4 Apr 2022 127,648 miles

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

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

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

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both fronts and n/s/r (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts and n/s/r heavy edgewear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 124,802 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2019 115,576 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 112,055 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 104,148 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Oct 2017 104,148 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect lens deteriorated (1.8.A.1b)

Trailer electrical socket insecure (1.9.3a)

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2016 88,956 miles

both rear tyres wearing low

brake warning light staying on

chip in windscreen

light warning light staying on

o/s/f tyre wearing low

Fail 21 Oct 2016 88,954 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both front (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

both rear tyres wearing low

brake warning light staying on

chip in windscreen

light warning light staying on

o/s/f tyre wearing low

Pass 30 Oct 2015 73,355 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2015 73,347 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Side repeater not working o/s (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Nov 2014 58,512 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 53,786 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

emissions to clean to register

Pass 31 May 2012 40,405 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 29,891 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

o/s/f tyre outer side wall worn/cuts not reachin inner cord

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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VN08 BUH is a 2008 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VN08 BUH, 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 VN08 BUH registered?

VN08 BUH is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 12 June 2008.

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