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SM09 VAF

2009 BMW X3

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

111,878 mi
Last recorded111,878 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2022
Typical for 2009 BMW X378,456 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM09 VAF
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2022 111,878 miles

both rear tyres worn low-front brake discs corroded/pitted-

Pass 7 Jan 2022 103,932 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2020 94,728 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

engine and under side covers fitted

Pass 18 Dec 2019 87,107 miles

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

engine covers and under side covers fitted

Pass 10 Dec 2018 74,736 miles

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

engine covers fitted

Pass 20 Dec 2017 60,378 miles

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

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

engine covers fitted

r/h l/h under side covers fitted

Pass 16 Dec 2016 43,224 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 30,053 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 22,550 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Aug 2013 10,545 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2013 10,545 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2013 9,910 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 7,416 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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SM09 VAF is a 2009 BMW X3 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 SM09 VAF, 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 SM09 VAF registered?

SM09 VAF is a 2009 BMW X3, first registered on 29 June 2009.

Is SM09 VAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM09 VAF shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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