CarVerify

Free Car Check

VO08 XMR

2008 BMW X3

Blue Diesel 1995cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

120,989 mi
Last recorded120,989 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO08 XMR
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2024 120,989 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

various warning lights on dash

Fail 3 Dec 2024 120,982 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

various warning lamp on

Pass 4 Dec 2023 115,947 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2022 108,245 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both ns and os (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 101,002 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm, front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2020 95,889 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 85,245 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 81,595 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 76,672 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 69,025 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 60,849 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 53,433 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 39,284 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 31,004 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 22,228 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2011 22,228 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (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
Full BMW X3 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

VO08 XMR is a 2008 BMW X3 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VO08 XMR, 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

How do I check the history of VO08 XMR?

You can check the full history of VO08 XMR by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was VO08 XMR registered?

VO08 XMR is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is VO08 XMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for VO08 XMR shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VO08 XMR have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on VO08 XMR. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.