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YD08 XGE

2008 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2014
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

58,270 mi
Last recorded58,270 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2013
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD08 XGE
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2013 58,270 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Mar 2012 45,986 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front and rear brake pads getting low

nsf tyre sidewall slightly damaged

both rear tyres 2mm and wearing unevenly

Fail 8 Mar 2012 45,958 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front and rear brake pads getting low

nsf tyre sidewall slightly damaged

both rear tyres 2mm and wearing unevenly

Pass 16 Sep 2010 31,425 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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YD08 XGE is a 2008 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YD08 XGE, 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 YD08 XGE registered?

YD08 XGE is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 6 March 2008.

Is YD08 XGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD08 XGE shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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