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OE59 XMB

2009 BMW X3

Bronze Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

126,366 mi
Last recorded126,366 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW X378,456 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE59 XMB
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2009
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 126,366 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2025 121,533 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Straight arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Apr 2025 121,532 miles

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Straight arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2024 117,883 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2023 115,895 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 111,987 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2021 109,395 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 102,333 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 93,998 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 84,354 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 70,777 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 11 Dec 2015 54,460 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 52,459 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 51,540 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 43,973 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2013 43,973 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 28 Sep 2012 35,850 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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OE59 XMB is a 2009 BMW X3 in Bronze with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 OE59 XMB, 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 OE59 XMB registered?

OE59 XMB is a 2009 BMW X3, first registered on 15 October 2009.

Is OE59 XMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE59 XMB shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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