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YG08 OSJ

2008 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

84,316 mi
Last recorded84,316 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 84,316 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2024 80,294 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and all suspension arms (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 5 Dec 2024 80,294 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and all suspension arms (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2023 76,118 miles

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

Fail 8 Dec 2023 76,118 miles

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

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 7 Dec 2022 68,278 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 65,806 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 61,023 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 57,144 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 49,663 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2017 43,738 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 33,867 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 30,396 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 24,571 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 2 Dec 2013 19,690 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2013 19,669 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Oct 2012 17,679 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 14,955 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2011 14,954 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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 OSJ is a 2008 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 YG08 OSJ, 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 OSJ registered?

YG08 OSJ is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 12 March 2008.

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