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X33 MDM

2008 BMW X3

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

139,830 mi
Last recorded139,830 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX33 MDM
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 139,830 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2025 139,830 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2024 134,334 miles

Nearside Front damper

Nearside Front headlamp pattern

Pass 29 Aug 2023 131,123 miles

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

Nearside Rear hose

Offside Front hose

rear wash

Pass 1 Sep 2022 125,313 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 120,846 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 17 Sep 2021 120,840 miles

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2020 108,445 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 101,882 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 95,405 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2018 95,405 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 9 Sep 2017 88,780 miles

Engine bay cover(s) fitted preventing examination of some componants

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Side skirts fitted preventing examination of some componants

Under trays fitted preventing examination of some componants

Pass 9 Sep 2016 79,395 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)

corrosion to exhaust system

engine cover fitted

oil residue on the engine

undertray fitted

Pass 12 Sep 2015 70,374 miles

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

engine covers and under covers fitted

Fail 12 Sep 2015 70,374 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

engine covers and under covers fitted

Pass 10 Sep 2014 60,721 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 52,790 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 46,282 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2011 31,957 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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X33 MDM is a 2008 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 X33 MDM, 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.

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What year was X33 MDM registered?

X33 MDM is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 17 December 2008.

Is X33 MDM safe to buy?

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