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GY59 BCU

2009 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

203,660 mi
Last recorded203,660 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW X378,456 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY59 BCU
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 203,660 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides low (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Aug 2024 196,098 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2023 186,058 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 172,017 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 158,927 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2020 146,698 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides 2-3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Aug 2019 134,989 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2018 123,602 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/45/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/45/18 (5.2.3 (e))

•Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components •Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 14 Aug 2017 112,535 miles

•Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components •Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 31 Aug 2016 105,609 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2016 105,605 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 May 2015 92,546 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 81,639 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside front tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 May 2013 70,913 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 36,474 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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GY59 BCU is a 2009 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 GY59 BCU, 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 GY59 BCU registered?

GY59 BCU is a 2009 BMW X3, first registered on 24 September 2009.

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The MOT history for GY59 BCU shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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