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YG08 DDJ

2008 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

125,803 mi
Last recorded125,803 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG08 DDJ
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 125,803 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Dec 2024 119,480 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 10 Dec 2024 119,480 miles

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

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

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

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Dec 2023 113,403 miles

brake warning lamp indicates a fault, brake pads all good

Fail 19 Dec 2023 113,390 miles

Parking brake lever pivot worn to the extent that the brake may inadvertently release (1.1.6 (b) (ii))

brake warning lamp indicates a fault, brake pads all good

Pass 8 Dec 2022 102,686 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear wiper defective

Fail 8 Dec 2022 102,686 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear wiper defective

Pass 21 Dec 2021 94,878 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 85,519 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2019 78,865 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2019 78,865 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Dec 2018 63,821 miles

engine bay and under body covers fitted not allowing full inspection

exhaust emissions zero, not recorded

Fail 18 Dec 2018 63,814 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

T.P.M. light on

engine bay and under body covers fitted not allowing full inspection

exhaust emissions zero, not recorded

Pass 22 Nov 2017 59,625 miles

Offside Front tyre has sidewall damage

Offside Rear tyre perished sidewall

Pass 16 Nov 2016 55,225 miles

Nearside Front damage to sidewall of tyre but not through to the chords

Pass 11 Nov 2015 51,115 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2015 51,115 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2014 47,364 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 44,778 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2013 44,759 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2012 41,315 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 38,074 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 35,313 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2011 35,268 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

brake fluid low

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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YG08 DDJ is a 2008 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 YG08 DDJ, 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 YG08 DDJ registered?

YG08 DDJ is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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