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WA08 VMX

2008 BMW X3

Bronze Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

83,813 mi
Last recorded83,813 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA08 VMX
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2021 83,813 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Dec 2021 83,811 miles

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2020 73,683 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2019 67,212 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 66,132 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 61,347 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 51,957 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 44,568 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Dec 2014 37,559 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 31,977 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 24,980 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 16,749 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2010 12,707 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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WA08 VMX is a 2008 BMW X3 in Bronze with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 WA08 VMX, 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 WA08 VMX registered?

WA08 VMX is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is WA08 VMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA08 VMX shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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