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WV08 XMS

2008 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

105,399 mi
Last recorded105,399 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV08 XMS
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2019 105,399 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 105,638 miles

Front Oil leak ()

Rear shock absorber shields adrift

Fail 11 Sep 2017 105,638 miles

Front Oil leak ()

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear shock absorber shields adrift

Pass 11 Aug 2016 98,290 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 11 Aug 2016 98,290 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 92,550 miles

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

Fail 2 Mar 2015 92,550 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Feb 2014 76,067 miles

both rear bump stops split.

nearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge.

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 6 Feb 2013 65,294 miles

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

both rear bump stops split.

Pass 22 Feb 2012 56,082 miles

tyre combination poor

Pass 12 Mar 2011 45,678 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2011 45,677 miles

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

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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WV08 XMS 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 WV08 XMS, 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 WV08 XMS registered?

WV08 XMS is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is WV08 XMS safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV08 XMS 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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