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SF09 TFY

2009 BMW X3

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

120,090 mi
Last recorded120,090 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW X378,456 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF09 TFY
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 120,090 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

under tray fitted obstructing some underside components

Fail 9 May 2026 120,090 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

under tray fitted obstructing some underside components

Pass 8 May 2025 119,732 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

under tray fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 8 May 2025 119,732 miles

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

under tray fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Mar 2024 119,049 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components.

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2023 116,257 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2022 115,683 miles

under trays and covers fitted obscuring some under side components

Pass 18 Aug 2020 106,405 miles

Brake pedal pivot slightly worn

Fail 18 Aug 2020 106,405 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Brake pedal pivot slightly worn

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 5 Aug 2019 99,605 miles

Front and rear discs worn and pitted

Pass 23 Aug 2018 98,408 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2018 98,406 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2017 93,368 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2016 86,946 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 86,907 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2016 86,907 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2016 83,689 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 72,812 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 62,852 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 42,434 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 31,441 miles

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

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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SF09 TFY is a 2009 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 SF09 TFY, 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.

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What year was SF09 TFY registered?

SF09 TFY is a 2009 BMW X3, first registered on 30 March 2009.

Is SF09 TFY safe to buy?

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