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AA08 LPP

2008 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

121,606 mi
Last recorded121,606 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 LPP
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2021 121,606 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2020 111,531 miles

both front tyres on legal limit

Pass 3 Apr 2019 102,190 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2019 102,157 miles

Nearside Rear Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury Nearside rear light lens damaged (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) showing white light to the rear (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 95,103 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 28 Mar 2018 95,103 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 28 Mar 2017 93,667 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 87,762 miles

Nearside Front tyre wall damage

Fail 25 Apr 2016 87,762 miles

Centre Front Exhaust system not adequately supported broken but not blowing (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Front tyre wall damage

Pass 8 May 2015 77,553 miles
Fail 8 May 2015 77,553 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 11 May 2014 65,575 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 55,091 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2012 45,305 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)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 34,911 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 34,911 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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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AA08 LPP is a 2008 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 AA08 LPP, 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 AA08 LPP registered?

AA08 LPP is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 14 May 2008.

Is AA08 LPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AA08 LPP shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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