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GU09 ZFA

2009 BMW X3

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

124,743 mi
Last recorded124,743 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW X378,456 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU09 ZFA
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2025 124,743 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2025 124,743 miles

Rear Service brake excessively binding Both sides (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Oct 2023 118,671 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 113,855 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 105,123 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 98,921 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 94,857 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 84,973 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 76,513 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 64,752 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2017 64,705 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2016 54,073 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 38,855 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 26,657 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 22,210 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 16,090 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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 ZFA is a 2009 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,993cc 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 GU09 ZFA, 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

How do I check the history of GU09 ZFA?

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What year was GU09 ZFA registered?

GU09 ZFA is a 2009 BMW X3, first registered on 30 March 2009.

Is GU09 ZFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU09 ZFA 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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