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YC08 DLN

2008 BMW X3

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

138,443 mi
Last recorded138,443 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC08 DLN
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2025 138,443 miles

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 14 Jun 2024 125,527 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 115,099 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 101,936 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 88,562 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 74,963 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 64,458 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 56,962 miles

Nearside front tyre damaged on outer sidewall in several places

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 21 May 2018 56,962 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside front tyre damaged on outer sidewall in several places

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 May 2017 52,624 miles

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside front tyre damaged on outer side wall in several places

Pass 5 May 2016 48,115 miles

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside front tyre damaged on outer side wall

Fail 5 May 2016 48,115 miles

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 registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside front tyre damaged on outer side wall

Pass 21 May 2015 43,440 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 May 2015 43,440 miles

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

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

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside front tyre

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 May 2014 38,372 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f tyre damaged on outer sidewall in several places

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge of tread

Fail 7 May 2014 38,372 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f tyre damaged on outer sidewall in several places

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge of tread

Fail 14 May 2013 32,532 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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 registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 May 2013 32,532 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 May 2012 25,982 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 27 May 2011 19,672 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 May 2011 19,672 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 DLN is a 2008 BMW X3 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 YC08 DLN, 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 DLN registered?

YC08 DLN is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 28 May 2008.

Is YC08 DLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC08 DLN shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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