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R1 SPN

2009 BMW X3

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

119,294 mi
Last recorded119,294 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW X378,456 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR1 SPN
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 119,294 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 May 2025 118,705 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2025 118,658 miles

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

Fail 23 Apr 2024 139,774 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction not illuminated (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2023 137,053 miles

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2022 132,109 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 29 Jan 2021 118,968 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2020 109,164 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 96,528 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 94,889 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 89,209 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Jul 2017 81,172 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 68,294 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 57,444 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 49,287 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 41,259 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2013 41,170 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Jul 2012 31,350 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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R1 SPN is a 2009 BMW X3 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R1 SPN, 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 R1 SPN registered?

R1 SPN is a 2009 BMW X3, first registered on 20 May 2009.

Is R1 SPN safe to buy?

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