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YK08 GKG

2008 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

143,099 mi
Last recorded143,099 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK08 GKG
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 143,099 miles

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Oct 2025 143,099 miles

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

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2024 138,885 miles

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective light on in amber (1.1.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt and air bag been switched off

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

covers fitted underside

Pass 19 Sep 2023 134,324 miles

Engine covers, sill covers and undertrays fitted, not allowing a full inspection.

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded 2-3 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened 2-3 (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/40 ZR19 (1 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded 2-3 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened 2-3 (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened 2-3 (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Sep 2023 134,324 miles

Engine covers, sill covers and undertrays fitted, not allowing a full inspection.

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded 2-3 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened 2-3 (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/40 ZR19 (1 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded 2-3 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened 2-3 (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened 2-3 (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 129,233 miles

under tray fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 31 Aug 2022 129,233 miles

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

under tray fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 17 Sep 2021 123,709 miles

Manufacturers undertrays fitted

Pass 31 Jul 2020 119,034 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 114,083 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 104,604 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2017 97,469 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 89,950 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 73,482 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 66,247 miles

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

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

oil under gearbox

rear brake pads getting low

Pass 27 Feb 2014 57,051 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 45,060 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2012 36,198 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 22,967 miles

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

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

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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YK08 GKG is a 2008 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 YK08 GKG, 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 YK08 GKG registered?

YK08 GKG is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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