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WJ08 XFN

2008 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

102,083 mi
Last recorded102,083 miles
Recorded on9 May 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ08 XFN
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2025 102,083 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 96,037 miles
Fail 28 May 2024 96,037 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 May 2023 92,037 miles

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

Fail 25 May 2023 92,037 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 21 May 2022 84,774 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 76,610 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Oct 2020 69,812 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 58,715 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Apr 2018 51,601 miles

Nearside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear axle (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2018 51,601 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 46,465 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 42,741 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 39,703 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 29,646 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 22,034 miles

Slight corrosion on all brake discs.

Fail 1 Apr 2011 16,334 miles

Corrosion on all brake discs.

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 16,334 miles

Corrosion on all brake discs.

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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WJ08 XFN is a 2008 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 WJ08 XFN, 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 WJ08 XFN registered?

WJ08 XFN is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is WJ08 XFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ08 XFN shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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