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GU59 MPV

2009 BMW X3

Bronze Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

120,180 mi
Last recorded120,180 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW X378,456 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU59 MPV
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2009
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 120,180 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2025 120,180 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2024 114,894 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 104,076 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Oct 2023 104,076 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2022 94,253 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2021 83,908 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2020 75,146 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2019 66,970 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 63,672 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Fail 15 Nov 2018 63,672 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 17 Nov 2017 58,791 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 16 Nov 2017 58,791 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 4 Nov 2016 55,643 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 53,811 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 46,519 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 18 Dec 2014 46,513 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 17 Dec 2013 37,489 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 29,862 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 MPV is a 2009 BMW X3 in Bronze 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 GU59 MPV, 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 MPV registered?

GU59 MPV is a 2009 BMW X3, first registered on 30 December 2009.

Is GU59 MPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU59 MPV 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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