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VX08 VCJ

2008 BMW X3

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

105,347 mi
Last recorded105,347 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX08 VCJ
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2023 105,347 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread wearing slightly low - 3mm

Pass 7 May 2022 102,200 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 96,146 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2020 86,794 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2020 86,794 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jul 2019 81,061 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 70,467 miles

Central Front Exhaust mounting defective front pipe to center section clamp is broken. (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 28 Jul 2017 63,538 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2017 63,538 miles

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

Offside Front Mechanical brake component locking device insecure scored disc (3.5.1l)

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2016 54,068 miles

smoke test not detected

Pass 14 Jul 2015 42,618 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

zero emissions detected

Fail 14 Jul 2015 42,618 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

zero emissions detected

Pass 1 Jul 2014 36,459 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 33,035 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 29,698 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 25,811 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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VX08 VCJ 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 81.3%.

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 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 VX08 VCJ, 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 VX08 VCJ registered?

VX08 VCJ is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 26 July 2008.

Is VX08 VCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX08 VCJ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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