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SL09 TVE

2009 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

119,187 mi
Last recorded119,187 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW X378,456 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL09 TVE
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 119,187 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 119,026 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2020 118,989 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 113,142 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2018 105,538 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 97,353 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2017 97,353 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 Sep 2016 82,414 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 75,395 miles

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

Fail 29 Sep 2015 75,392 miles

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

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

Pass 15 Oct 2014 68,801 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 59,636 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 49,707 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 42,589 miles

small amount of side movement at brake pedal pivot point.

Fail 6 Apr 2012 42,061 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

cuts in o/s/r tyre and on 1.6mm

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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SL09 TVE is a 2009 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SL09 TVE, 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 SL09 TVE registered?

SL09 TVE is a 2009 BMW X3, first registered on 29 April 2009.

Is SL09 TVE safe to buy?

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