2008 BMW X3 3.0D SE

Highlights

• Two former registered keepers, with over 10 years in current ownership
• Advisory-free MOT to 2nd March 2027
• Clutch and flywheel assembly replaced in March 2025
• Major service carried out in February 2026, including new rear calliper and brake pads
• Documentation pack with up-to-date service record

The Appeal

There are plenty of X3s about, but very few with such a great spec and service history of this 2008 example. An X3 equipped with the 3.0-litre inline-six diesel and a six-speed manual gearbox is a desirable combination. This Silver/Grey metallic car has had just two former registered keepers before the current owner, who has looked after it for over ten years.

During that decade of ownership, the car has benefited from considered maintenance, with a clutch and flywheel assembly replacement in March 2025 and a major service in February 2026 carried out by a BMW/Mini/Porsche specialist. In June 2026, Group 1 BMW in Brighton completed the driver's airbag recall and conducted a health check. The air conditioning was checked and re-gassed in July 2026, and the swirl flaps have been removed as a precaution.

The vendor reports the bodywork and paintwork to be all original and in very good condition, with only minor stone chips to the front and a small scratch on the rear bumper. Inside, the black leather upholstery is smart, with the rear seats presenting particularly well and only minor wear to the front seat bolsters. The car is being sold simply because the owners no longer cover enough miles to justify two vehicles.

Key Information

• Mileage: 102,157 miles (supported by MOT record and service history)
• Country of registration: United Kingdom
• MOT status: valid until 2nd March 2027 (no advisories)
• Technical specs: 3.0-litre inline-six diesel, six-speed manual
• Paperwork: documentation pack including up-to-date service record; last six MOT certificates

02/26 – 101,804 miles – Walkers Autotech (Invoice #MW1113730 / Logbook Stamp)

• Carried out next service due (Major Service) including engine oil (Shell Helix 5W/30 LL04), oil filter, AC pollen filter, air filter, and fuel filter
• Carried out brake fluid change
• Replaced offside rear (OSR) brake calliper and rear brake pads
• Fitted new Pirelli Scorpion Verde tyre (235/55R17 99V)
• Completed Class 4 MOT test
• Completed Visual Health Check
• Total invoice amount: £839.69

12/25 – 101,557 miles – Walkers Autotech (Invoice #MW1113390)

• Investigated driver-side window stuck down; replaced broken offside front (OSF) window regulator
• Refixed door membrane using butyl tape
• Repaired driver door trim (glued door pocket back together after previous damage)
• Completed Visual Health Check
• Total invoice amount: £498.16

03/25 – 101,057 miles – Walkers Autotech (Invoice #MW1112155)

• Replaced clutch and flywheel assembly, flywheel bolts, clutch cover bolts, clutch fork pivot pin, and spring clip
• Replaced clutch slave cylinder and bled system
• Replaced exhaust clamp
• Completed Visual Health Check and greased bonnet catch
• Total invoice amount: £2,064.35

02/25 – 101,039 miles – Walkers Autotech (Invoice #MW1112048)

• Completed Class 4 MOT test
• Carried out diagnostic fault memory scan regarding engine coughing on pull-away and clutch pedal judder
• Completed Visual Health Check
• Total invoice amount: £134.35

01/24 – 99,495 miles – Walkers Autotech (Invoice #MW110152)

• Diagnostic fault memory scan performed for driver side heater blowing hot air only
• Replaced water valve with additional water pump, cleared fault codes, and road tested
• Total invoice amount: £418.80

03/22 – 96,934 miles – Walkers Autotech (Invoice #MW1107532)

• Diagnosed engine noise; replaced idler pulley, tensioner pulley, and bolt
• Replaced power steering (PAS) pump, seal rings, Pentosin CHF11S fluid, and bled system
• Replaced 150A alternator
• Total invoice amount: £920.98

02/22 – 96,855 miles – Walkers Autotech (Invoice #MW1107427 / Logbook Stamp)

• Carried out minor service, including engine oil (5W/30 LL04), oil filter, AC pollen filter, and screenwash
• Replaced engine thermostat and blue antifreeze
• Carried out brake fluid change
• Completed Class 4 MOT test
• Completed Visual Health Check
• Total invoice amount: £642.81

08/20 – 95,056 miles – Walkers Autotech (Invoice #MW1105681)

• Diagnosed ABS, brake, and airbag warning faults; traced to ABS wheel speed sensor rubbing on reluctor ring
• Replaced both rear ABS sensors, both ABS reluctor rings, and driveshaft nuts
• Reset steering angle sensor and fault codes
• Completed Visual Health Check
• Total invoice amount: £569.23

09/19 – 94,071 miles – Walkers Autotech (Logbook Stamp)

• Completed oil service and brake fluid change; replaced micro-filter, air cleaner element, and diesel fuel filter

03/16 – 71,391 miles – Duberley SpeedWerks (Logbook Stamp)

• Completed service inspection/maintenance entry

03/14 – 56,364 miles – Heathpark Garage Ltd (Logbook Stamp)

• Completed oil service and brake fluid change; replaced micro-filter

08/12 – 46,298 miles – Heathpark Garage Ltd (Logbook Stamp)

• Completed oil service and inspection; replaced micro-filter

02/10 – 22,931 miles – Sytner Derby (Logbook Stamp)

• Completed oil service and inspection; replaced micro-filter

02/08 – Pre-Delivery Check – Sytner Coventry (Logbook Stamp)

• Completed official pre-delivery inspection directives prior to initial delivery

The Detail

• Major service carried out in February 2026 by a BMW/Mini/Porsche specialist, including new offside rear calliper and new rear brake pads
• Clutch and flywheel assembly replaced in March 2025
• Driver's airbag recall completed by Group 1 BMW (Brighton) in June 2026
• Main dealer health check confirmed underside clean, no leaks, and in good condition
• Air conditioning checked, confirmed operational, and re-gassed in July 2026
• Swirl flaps removed as a precaution against potential engine damage
• New driver's door window regulator, heater control valve, and screen wash pumps fitted during current ownership
• The vendor reports bodywork and paintwork to be all original and in very good condition
• Small stone chips to the front and a small scratch on the top of the rear bumper
• A few minor paint chips and scuffing on door recesses
• Interior in black leather
• Front seats show a small amount of scuffing and wear on the raised central beading strips; rear seats present well
• Roof lining has a small defect just above the nearside rear door
• Driver's heated seat has suffered intermittent failure, sometimes turning off after approximately one minute; passenger seat heating works correctly
• Four Pirelli Scorpion All Weather tyres with at least 6mm tread; one virtually new
• The vendor reports all instruments, controls, and displays to be fully operational
• All originally supplied tools and equipment are reportedly in place
• The vendor reports the boot area and luggage cover to be in very good condition

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