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SV59 VMJ

2009 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

79,218 mi
Last recorded79,218 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW X378,456 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV59 VMJ
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 79,218 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 77,372 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 73,519 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2024 73,519 miles

Central Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))

Pass 22 Jun 2023 70,320 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2021 68,923 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2021 68,923 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 65,246 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Oct 2019 61,683 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2019 61,577 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2018 56,735 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 50,358 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2017 50,358 miles

Central Front Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Pass 6 Oct 2016 45,036 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 38,981 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2014 31,029 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

nsf tyre outer sidewall worn

Pass 2 Oct 2014 31,029 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

nsf tyre outer sidewall worn

Pass 2 Oct 2013 23,497 miles

Gearbox has a slight oil leak

N/S/R seat belt not tested due to baby seat fitted

O/S/R tyre has a cut on the sidewall but not deep enough to reach cords

Pass 20 Sep 2012 18,430 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2012 18,430 miles

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

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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SV59 VMJ is a 2009 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 SV59 VMJ, 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 SV59 VMJ registered?

SV59 VMJ is a 2009 BMW X3, first registered on 29 September 2009.

Is SV59 VMJ safe to buy?

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