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GU59 GZH

2009 BMW X3

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

140,342 mi
Last recorded140,342 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW X378,456 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU59 GZH
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2023 140,342 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 1 Aug 2023 140,340 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 2 Aug 2022 124,123 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 114,097 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 98,572 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 77,051 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 8 Apr 2019 77,050 miles

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 67,378 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

all tyres perished

Pass 17 Mar 2017 59,702 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 57,044 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Fail 28 Apr 2016 57,044 miles

Centre Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 13 Oct 2015 55,342 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2014 51,037 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 5 Aug 2013 43,209 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2013 43,209 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2012 31,957 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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GU59 GZH is a 2009 BMW X3 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GU59 GZH, 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 GU59 GZH registered?

GU59 GZH is a 2009 BMW X3, first registered on 12 September 2009.

Is GU59 GZH safe to buy?

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