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VE59 DBO

2009 BMW X3

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

93,987 mi
Last recorded93,987 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2022
Typical for 2009 BMW X378,456 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE59 DBO
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2022 93,987 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 88,542 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 86,513 miles

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both side (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2019 77,898 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources n/s/r No plate light not working (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 May 2018 70,898 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 17 Apr 2018 70,329 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 3 May 2017 65,205 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 7 May 2016 58,493 miles
Fail 6 May 2016 58,493 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick n/s & o/s (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick n/s & o/s (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 May 2015 52,300 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 45,767 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 41,118 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2013 41,118 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2012 31,696 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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VE59 DBO is a 2009 BMW X3 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 VE59 DBO, 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 VE59 DBO registered?

VE59 DBO is a 2009 BMW X3, first registered on 17 November 2009.

Is VE59 DBO safe to buy?

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