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EK59 WCN

2009 BMW X3

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jan 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

139,581 mi
Last recorded139,581 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW X378,456 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK59 WCN
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 139,581 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2025 129,733 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread wearing very low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Dec 2023 121,030 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread wearing low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2022 111,581 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread low/void on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 21 Dec 2022 111,581 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread low/void on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 10 Jan 2022 101,294 miles

Trims covering testable items

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechip and large crack passenger side (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2021 87,239 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

trims covering testable items

tyre light on

Pass 7 Jan 2020 78,735 miles

numerous plastic covers fitted not allowing full inspection of testable items

Fail 6 Jan 2020 78,735 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

numerous plastic covers fitted not allowing full inspection of testable items

Pass 10 Jan 2019 67,419 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread wearing low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread very low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread wearing low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

plastic covers fitted not allowing full inspection of testable items

Pass 10 Jan 2018 56,028 miles

numerous plastic covers fitted not allowing full inspection of testable items

Pass 11 Jan 2017 44,059 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit devoid of tread on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit devoid of tread on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

near side rear tyre inner side wall worn suggesting tyre has been run with low pressure and would advise further investigation with tyre removal and inspection

plastic covers fitted not allowing full inspection of testable items

Pass 6 Nov 2015 32,729 miles

plastic covers fitted not allowing full inspection of testable items

Fail 5 Nov 2015 32,729 miles

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

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

plastic covers fitted not allowing full inspection of testable items

Pass 22 Oct 2014 22,187 miles

Brake fluid level too high

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Oct 2013 18,137 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 14,596 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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EK59 WCN is a 2009 BMW X3 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 EK59 WCN, 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 EK59 WCN registered?

EK59 WCN is a 2009 BMW X3, first registered on 2 November 2009.

Is EK59 WCN safe to buy?

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