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YH08 UKU

2008 BMW X3

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

123,449 mi
Last recorded123,449 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH08 UKU
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2021 123,449 miles

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

Fail 18 Jan 2021 123,436 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter obviously modified (8.2.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Jan 2020 115,733 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 104,482 miles

nearside rear shocker cover broken loose

Pass 18 Dec 2017 96,977 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 92,268 miles

nsf tyre worn outer edge

Pass 11 Feb 2016 83,191 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 11 Feb 2016 83,190 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 14 Feb 2015 72,889 miles

unable to carry out full inspection on n/s/r seatbelt due to childseat fitted

Fail 13 Feb 2015 77,883 miles

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

nail in o/s/r tyre

unable to carry out full inspection on n/s/r seatbelt due to childseat fitted

Pass 12 Feb 2014 64,371 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Feb 2013 55,077 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 44,854 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 14 Feb 2012 44,845 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 10 Feb 2011 32,447 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2011 32,447 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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YH08 UKU 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 68.8%.

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 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 YH08 UKU, 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 YH08 UKU registered?

YH08 UKU is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 15 April 2008.

Is YH08 UKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH08 UKU shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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