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GU09 JYY

2009 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

140,952 mi
Last recorded140,952 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW X378,456 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU09 JYY
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 140,952 miles

Offside Rear Outer drive shaft boot deteriorated

Pass 28 May 2025 134,390 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

TPMS Warning light on.

Fail 27 May 2025 134,369 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested bulb out. (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

TPMS Warning light on.

Pass 4 Jun 2024 128,980 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute Hazards ok (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged Rim protector (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged Rim protector (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 31 May 2024 128,913 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Emissions unable to be completed Exhaust leak under bonnet (dpf pressure pipe missing) (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board (6.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute Hazards ok (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged Rim protector (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged Rim protector (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

TPMS Light on red

Pass 6 Jun 2023 122,006 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 121,335 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 114,491 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 Aug 2020 106,162 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2020 106,162 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2019 98,672 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Pass 30 Aug 2018 91,896 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 82,225 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 76,046 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 69,016 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside front tyre worn 3mm

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Mar 2014 63,468 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2013 62,459 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Apr 2013 59,446 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Apr 2013 59,446 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Feb 2013 58,283 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 42,016 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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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GU09 JYY is a 2009 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 GU09 JYY, 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.

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What year was GU09 JYY registered?

GU09 JYY is a 2009 BMW X3, first registered on 1 March 2009.

Is GU09 JYY safe to buy?

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