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HY09 NUV

2009 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

126,434 mi
Last recorded126,434 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW X378,456 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY09 NUV
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 126,434 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Dec 2025 126,239 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2024 119,636 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Side marker is not working

Offside Side repeater flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear Coil spring corroded O/S/R and N/S/R (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2023 114,615 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded O/S/R and N/S/R (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2022 108,970 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Nov 2022 108,970 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2021 102,598 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Nov 2021 102,597 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Dec 2020 94,971 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2019 91,030 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 78,437 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 63,285 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 60,625 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 57,442 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 52,485 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2015 52,485 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Mar 2014 47,794 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 43,711 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 39,037 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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HY09 NUV is a 2009 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 HY09 NUV, 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 HY09 NUV registered?

HY09 NUV is a 2009 BMW X3, first registered on 26 March 2009.

Is HY09 NUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY09 NUV shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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