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YK08 MUB

2008 BMW X3

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

127,964 mi
Last recorded127,964 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK08 MUB
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Fail 26 Jun 2026 127,964 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2025 127,293 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 14 Jun 2024 126,199 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 125,818 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2022 123,156 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 120,192 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Feb 2020 113,734 miles

Rear numberplate is deteriorating.

Wipers smear.

Fail 11 Feb 2020 113,699 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Cut in the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear numberplate is deteriorating.

Wipers smear.

Pass 19 Feb 2019 105,434 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 95,396 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 84,869 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 72,827 miles

handbrake travel slightly high. and noisy on operation.

Pass 20 Feb 2015 56,103 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 46,783 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Feb 2013 42,107 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 37,602 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 27,232 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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YK08 MUB is a 2008 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 MUB, 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 MUB registered?

YK08 MUB is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 7 July 2008.

Is YK08 MUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK08 MUB shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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