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RA59 TZF

2009 BMW X3

Black Petrol 2990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2025
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

62,593 mi
Last recorded62,593 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW X378,456 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA59 TZF
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,990cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2024 62,593 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2024 62,573 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside 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))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 13 Oct 2023 58,237 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Oct 2023 58,234 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2022 50,806 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2022 50,700 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 21 Feb 2022 50,699 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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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RA59 TZF is a 2009 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 RA59 TZF, 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 RA59 TZF registered?

RA59 TZF is a 2009 BMW X3, first registered on 21 October 2009.

Is RA59 TZF safe to buy?

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