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YF08 XTJ

2008 BMW X3

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

153,131 mi
Last recorded153,131 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF08 XTJ
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2026 153,131 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2025 142,777 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside andoffside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Dec 2023 137,585 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

T.P.M.S. Warning light on

Pass 30 Nov 2022 132,862 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 125,329 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 122,688 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 118,773 miles

undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 5 Jun 2018 114,747 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 111,222 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 97,773 miles

Nearside Front Upper Tyre wall damaged

Pass 18 Jan 2016 83,751 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2015 73,279 miles

front tyres worn very low in places (advise replacement)

Fail 28 Jan 2015 73,279 miles

Bonnet retaining device excessively deteriorated (8.4.2)

front tyres worn very low in places (advise replacement)

Pass 31 May 2013 45,402 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 33,661 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 25,930 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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YF08 XTJ is a 2008 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 YF08 XTJ, 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 YF08 XTJ registered?

YF08 XTJ is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 6 June 2008.

Is YF08 XTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF08 XTJ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YF08 XTJ have outstanding finance?

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