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PE59 LKU

2009 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2025
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

134,640 mi
Last recorded134,640 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW X378,456 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE59 LKU
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2024 134,640 miles

undertray and sill covers fitted

Pass 30 Mar 2023 131,192 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2023 131,189 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to legal limit 1.8mm and worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jan 2022 122,928 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 113,583 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 97,996 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 85,491 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2018 85,491 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 May 2017 71,515 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 65,213 miles

not all components checked due to under covers fitted

Fail 4 Jun 2016 65,213 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

not all components checked due to under covers fitted

Pass 22 Dec 2015 62,180 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 58,934 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 53,866 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 50,246 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2012 50,246 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Dec 2012 49,952 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 46,619 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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PE59 LKU is a 2009 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 PE59 LKU, 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 PE59 LKU registered?

PE59 LKU is a 2009 BMW X3, first registered on 8 September 2009.

Is PE59 LKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE59 LKU shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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