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BV59 GEU

2009 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

83,060 mi
Last recorded83,060 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW X378,456 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV59 GEU
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2026 83,060 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2025 79,106 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2025 79,104 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 24 Jan 2024 75,728 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2023 70,152 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2022 63,073 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Inner side wall is slightly damaged. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2021 58,156 miles

Parking brake (secondary brake) requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

Pass 9 Aug 2019 47,991 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2019 47,991 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2018 45,649 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2018 45,646 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Bonnet catches and safety catch siezed

Pass 7 Aug 2017 42,572 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2016 41,691 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 38,845 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 30,883 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 22,814 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2013 22,814 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2012 18,888 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2012 18,888 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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BV59 GEU is a 2009 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 BV59 GEU, 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 BV59 GEU registered?

BV59 GEU is a 2009 BMW X3, first registered on 4 September 2009.

Is BV59 GEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV59 GEU shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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