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AM58 SBZ

2008 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2024
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

143,541 mi
Last recorded143,541 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM58 SBZ
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2023 143,541 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2022 130,959 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 114,023 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2021 114,023 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Mar 2020 103,847 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2020 103,795 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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Pass 14 Feb 2019 82,250 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2019 82,200 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Nov 2017 72,196 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2017 71,998 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Pass 28 Sep 2016 66,157 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 27 Sep 2016 66,157 miles

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Nov 2015 65,529 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 60,594 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Dec 2013 50,021 miles

cut in sidewall nsf tyre

Pass 10 Dec 2012 39,592 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 27,876 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2011 27,762 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear 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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AM58 SBZ is a 2008 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 AM58 SBZ, 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 AM58 SBZ registered?

AM58 SBZ is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 19 December 2008.

Is AM58 SBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM58 SBZ shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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