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WU08 GFA

2008 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

142,209 mi
Last recorded142,209 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU08 GFA
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2018 142,209 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has nail in tread

Fail 31 Oct 2018 142,209 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system inoperative (5.2.3 (h) (ii))

Brake warning on dash topped up brake fluid ok now

Nearside Rear Tyre has nail in tread

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning High level brake light (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 127,910 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2017 127,910 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault nail close to inner sidewall (4.1.D.4)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2016 109,936 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 96,315 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 5 Sep 2015 96,279 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Oct 2014 86,347 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2014 86,147 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 27 Aug 2013 69,167 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 59,230 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)

Pass 17 Dec 2010 29,705 miles

N/S/R secondary side light not working

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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WU08 GFA is a 2008 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 WU08 GFA, 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 WU08 GFA registered?

WU08 GFA is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 25 March 2008.

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The MOT history for WU08 GFA shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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