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AF08 BAD

2008 BMW X3

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

118,774 mi
Last recorded118,774 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF08 BAD
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2022 118,774 miles

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

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

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

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 27 Oct 2021 110,851 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 27 Oct 2021 110,849 miles

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

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Service brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2020 99,809 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2020 99,809 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2019 89,866 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 74,714 miles

Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively has some teeth worn half way up (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2017 61,457 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 49,176 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (3.5.1i)

engine/body undertrays

plastic trim covering outer sills

Pass 9 Jul 2015 43,356 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 38,553 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2013 34,611 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 30,549 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2011 22,651 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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AF08 BAD is a 2008 BMW X3 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AF08 BAD, 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 AF08 BAD registered?

AF08 BAD is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 20 May 2008.

Is AF08 BAD safe to buy?

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