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YL57 CZM

2008 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

107,282 mi
Last recorded107,282 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL57 CZM
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2021 107,282 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 97,143 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 93,607 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2020 93,496 miles

Electronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2019 81,029 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Jan 2018 64,222 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2018 64,221 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 6 Jan 2017 60,384 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2016 56,009 miles

Nearside front tyre has several cuts on treads but not deep to cords

Pass 17 Dec 2014 49,482 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 41,941 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 28 Dec 2012 40,296 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2012 38,545 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 30 Aug 2012 38,545 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 32,724 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 28,597 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2011 28,592 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front 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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YL57 CZM is a 2008 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 YL57 CZM, 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 CZM registered?

YL57 CZM is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 5 February 2008.

Is YL57 CZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL57 CZM shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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