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R70 TRE

2009 BMW X3

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

97,819 mi
Last recorded97,819 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW X378,456 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR70 TRE
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 97,819 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 30 Jan 2025 91,571 miles

all four tyres are cracking

the engine has a small oil leak

Pass 22 Jan 2024 86,507 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all round (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

undertrays fitted

Pass 8 Dec 2022 81,036 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 77,310 miles

undertrays fitted

Fail 22 Nov 2021 77,308 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

tyre pressure warning light on on dash

undertrays fitted

Pass 19 Dec 2020 74,798 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 73,529 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 72,129 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2017 70,276 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 68,584 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 67,126 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

n/s/f tyre wearing outer edge

Pass 24 Apr 2014 64,280 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 9 Apr 2013 58,779 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Tyre pressure monitoring light is on!

Pass 20 Apr 2012 43,616 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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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R70 TRE is a 2009 BMW X3 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 R70 TRE, 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 R70 TRE registered?

R70 TRE is a 2009 BMW X3, first registered on 1 March 2009.

Is R70 TRE safe to buy?

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