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M21 BSS

2009 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

103,844 mi
Last recorded103,844 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW X378,456 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM21 BSS
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 103,844 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Apr 2025 99,275 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2024 93,585 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 87,671 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 79,380 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 74,971 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 72,532 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2019 65,822 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 61,655 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2017 55,441 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 50,247 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 45,201 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 40,724 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2014 40,689 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 4 Feb 2013 35,483 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 30,036 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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M21 BSS is a 2009 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 M21 BSS, 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 M21 BSS registered?

M21 BSS is a 2009 BMW X3, first registered on 31 January 2009.

Is M21 BSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for M21 BSS shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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