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YL57 BXB

2008 BMW X3

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

108,701 mi
Last recorded108,701 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL57 BXB
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 108,701 miles

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

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2025 104,298 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2023 96,087 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2022 86,306 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 79,550 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 76,976 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 70,900 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 30 May 2019 70,900 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Dec 2018 69,400 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2017 62,734 miles

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rears (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Dec 2016 55,627 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 48,937 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2015 42,146 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 34,667 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 26,018 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 19,528 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 19,372 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 15,418 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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YL57 BXB is a 2008 BMW X3 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 YL57 BXB, 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 YL57 BXB registered?

YL57 BXB is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 1 February 2008.

Is YL57 BXB safe to buy?

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