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YL57 CEF

2008 BMW X3

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

122,248 mi
Last recorded122,248 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 122,248 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 May 2025 119,971 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 115,894 miles

Front tyres worn uneven

Fail 23 May 2024 115,893 miles

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front tyres worn uneven

Pass 26 May 2023 110,574 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 May 2022 101,873 miles

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

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

Pass 17 May 2021 92,589 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2020 87,480 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 81,988 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2019 81,988 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2018 75,770 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 69,785 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 62,349 miles

covers in engine bay and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 2 Jun 2016 62,340 miles

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

covers in engine bay and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 20 May 2015 55,136 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 49,452 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 May 2013 42,406 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 35,621 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 27,786 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 18,074 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 CEF is a 2008 BMW X3 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 CEF, 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

How do I check the history of YL57 CEF?

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What year was YL57 CEF registered?

YL57 CEF is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 13 February 2008.

Is YL57 CEF safe to buy?

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