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AB55 OXB

2009 BMW X3

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

103,848 mi
Last recorded103,848 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW X378,456 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB55 OXB
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2023 103,848 miles
Fail 18 May 2023 103,170 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 23 May 2022 98,811 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both 235/45 19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

tpms light on

Fail 6 May 2022 98,738 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Parking brake inoperative on one side both sides (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both 235/45 19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/45 19 (5.2.3 (e))

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

tpms light on

Pass 18 Dec 2020 92,166 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 84,863 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 80,215 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 74,867 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 70,079 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 60,840 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Apr 2014 53,028 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 46,329 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 40,541 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 38,973 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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AB55 OXB is a 2009 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2009 BMW X3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 78,456 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 AB55 OXB, 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 17 years old, this BMW X3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AB55 OXB registered?

AB55 OXB is a 2009 BMW X3, first registered on 29 January 2009.

Is AB55 OXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB55 OXB shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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