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AP09 BMU

2009 BMW X3

Black Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

113,949 mi
Last recorded113,949 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW X378,456 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP09 BMU
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 113,949 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 102,586 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2023 91,249 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 84,553 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2021 75,351 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2020 71,429 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 66,430 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 58,239 miles

engine oil level low

rear brake pads wearing low

Fail 13 Jul 2018 58,237 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

engine oil level low

rear brake pads wearing low

Pass 2 Aug 2017 52,386 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2017 52,386 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 40,215 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 32,506 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 23,596 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 19,793 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 15,963 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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AP09 BMU is a 2009 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AP09 BMU, 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 AP09 BMU registered?

AP09 BMU is a 2009 BMW X3, first registered on 4 July 2009.

Is AP09 BMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP09 BMU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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