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LG59 BFX

2009 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2025
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

137,811 mi
Last recorded137,811 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW X378,456 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG59 BFX
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2024 137,811 miles

4X4 Drive system indicating fault

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))

Coil light (DDE) on dash

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

Nearside Rear Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor damaged but not excessively (1.6 (c))

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

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

Pass 3 May 2023 122,608 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Heavily worn inner edge tyre is also cracked (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Heavily worn inner edge tyre is also cracked (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Heavily worn inner edge tyre is also cracked (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Heavily worn inner edge tyre is also cracked (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Apr 2023 122,558 miles

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

Electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

4X4 Drive system indicating fault

Coil light (DDE) on dash

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Heavily worn inner edge tyre is also cracked (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Heavily worn inner edge tyre is also cracked (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Heavily worn inner edge tyre is also cracked (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Heavily worn inner edge tyre is also cracked (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jan 2022 110,421 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamp deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 5 Jan 2022 110,421 miles

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

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

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

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamp deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 101,714 miles

acceptable corrosion of front and rear steering and suspension components

extensive shields on underbody ,etc, restrict examination of testable items

Fail 28 Oct 2020 101,714 miles

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

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

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

acceptable corrosion of front and rear steering and suspension components

extensive shields on underbody ,etc, restrict examination of testable items

Pass 13 Sep 2019 94,254 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 88,467 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2017 78,479 miles

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

Under-trays fitted

Pass 23 Sep 2016 68,354 miles

Under-trays fitted.

Fail 23 Sep 2016 68,354 miles

Nearside Front 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)

Under-trays fitted.

Pass 18 Sep 2015 60,054 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 49,052 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 39,080 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 28,846 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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LG59 BFX is a 2009 BMW X3 in Black 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 LG59 BFX, 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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LG59 BFX is a 2009 BMW X3, first registered on 23 September 2009.

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