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AE08 PRV

2008 BMW X3

Black Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

381,162 mi
Last recorded381,162 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 PRV
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 381,162 miles

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Jan 2026 381,106 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism worn to the extent that the brake may inadvertently release (1.1.6 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back most arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2025 379,357 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated perished (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Jan 2024 373,601 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Jan 2023 364,518 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2023 364,518 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Pass 17 Jan 2022 350,603 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2021 337,281 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2020 323,572 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2019 300,240 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Jan 2018 272,753 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 247,186 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 219,043 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2016 219,043 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 20 Jan 2015 170,873 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 7 Jan 2014 160,770 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 135,097 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 110,897 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jan 2011 81,109 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 20,456 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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AE08 PRV is a 2008 BMW X3 in Black with a 3,000cc petrol 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 AE08 PRV, 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.

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What year was AE08 PRV registered?

AE08 PRV is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 31 December 2008.

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