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AF57 LEX

2008 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

117,235 mi
Last recorded117,235 miles
Recorded on20 May 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF57 LEX
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2023 117,235 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2022 112,212 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2022 112,206 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))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Jan 2021 106,214 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

Pass 24 Dec 2019 97,898 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))

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 9 Jan 2019 90,129 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 78,479 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted covering some components

Pass 14 Nov 2016 74,954 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front tyre wearing on inside edge

Fail 11 Nov 2016 74,953 miles

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

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front tyre wearing on inside edge

Offside Front tyre wearing on inside edge

Pass 20 Nov 2015 69,834 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 64,516 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 5 Dec 2013 57,732 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2012 52,348 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2012 52,347 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 22 Dec 2011 46,202 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 37,158 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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AF57 LEX is a 2008 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 AF57 LEX, 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 AF57 LEX registered?

AF57 LEX is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 16 April 2008.

Is AF57 LEX safe to buy?

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