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YG08 NBZ

2008 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

91,912 mi
Last recorded91,912 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG08 NBZ
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2021 91,912 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2020 80,292 miles

hand brake just made requirements

hand brake travel

Fail 31 Jul 2020 80,292 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 76,557 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2019 76,357 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Jul 2018 72,671 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 69,323 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2017 69,323 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2016 38,958 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 51,083 miles

wipers smearing

Pass 18 Jun 2014 39,148 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 37,268 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 32,238 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2013 32,238 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 23,862 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2011 16,818 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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YG08 NBZ is a 2008 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 YG08 NBZ, 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 NBZ registered?

YG08 NBZ is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 19 March 2008.

Is YG08 NBZ safe to buy?

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