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LT09 ZHL

2009 BMW X3

Bronze Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

116,164 mi
Last recorded116,164 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW X378,456 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT09 ZHL
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2009
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 116,164 miles

Nearside Rear Lower bumper corner slightly loose

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front & rear (0.1 (b))

Fail 22 May 2025 116,164 miles

Nearside Rear Lower bumper corner slightly loose

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front & rear (0.1 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2024 114,650 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2024 114,629 miles

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2023 109,703 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2022 99,800 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 89,547 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2020 81,148 miles

Offside Front 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))

Pass 2 Mar 2019 71,037 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 2 Mar 2018 64,001 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 57,892 miles

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Jul 2015 49,355 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 48,898 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 42,259 miles

nail in nearside rear outer tyre edge

Pass 1 Mar 2013 36,866 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 30,843 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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LT09 ZHL is a 2009 BMW X3 in Bronze with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LT09 ZHL, 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 LT09 ZHL registered?

LT09 ZHL is a 2009 BMW X3, first registered on 3 March 2009.

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