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VU08 LGV

2008 BMW X3

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2020
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

147,359 mi
Last recorded147,359 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU08 LGV
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2019 147,359 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2019 147,317 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Fail 12 Oct 2019 147,317 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin on both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Oct 2018 142,434 miles

Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively offside & nearside front (1.6 (d))

Fail 3 Oct 2018 142,434 miles

Brake hose excessively chafed offside front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect offside front (4.1.2 (c))

Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively offside & nearside front (1.6 (d))

Pass 5 Oct 2017 133,318 miles

Nearside Front Sensor wire fouling on drop link - incorrectly fitted

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both front tyres on legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both rear tyres close to legal limit N/S/R has a nail in it (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' stone chip (8.3.1a)

Fail 5 Oct 2017 133,318 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Sensor wire fouling on drop link - incorrectly fitted

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both front tyres on legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both rear tyres close to legal limit N/S/R has a nail in it (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' stone chip (8.3.1a)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 117,282 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Underside of vehicle has severe signs of an oil leak.

x2 Items removed from drivers view prior to test.

Pass 28 Feb 2015 111,002 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front brake discs corroding

Fail 28 Feb 2015 111,002 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 12 Feb 2014 95,116 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2014 95,116 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

brake pad low light on

Pass 20 Feb 2013 81,386 miles

nearside shock absorber dust cover damaged/deteriorated

rear brake pads wearing thin

Pass 21 Feb 2012 66,475 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2012 66,453 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Feb 2011 47,019 miles

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

Offside Front 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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VU08 LGV is a 2008 BMW X3 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 VU08 LGV, 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 VU08 LGV registered?

VU08 LGV is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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