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YC08 BMO

2008 BMW X3

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

114,270 mi
Last recorded114,270 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC08 BMO
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 114,270 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OS+NS (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jan 2025 110,322 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OS+NS (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jan 2024 105,198 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2023 100,796 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OS+NS (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OS+NS (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Jan 2023 100,796 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OS+NS (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OS+NS (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Jan 2022 95,752 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 88,882 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 83,267 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 76,619 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 74,281 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 73,858 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 71,340 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2016 71,340 miles

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

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

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 2 Mar 2015 65,864 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 58,046 miles

both rear tyres close to the legal limit in the center

Pass 15 Jun 2013 53,016 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 42,466 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 22 Mar 2012 42,465 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 10 Mar 2011 29,078 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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YC08 BMO 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 84.2%.

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 YC08 BMO, 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 YC08 BMO registered?

YC08 BMO is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is YC08 BMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC08 BMO shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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