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VK09 BXM

2009 BMW X3

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

138,283 mi
Last recorded138,283 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW X378,456 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK09 BXM
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 138,283 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jan 2025 131,012 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both starting to fade (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Pass 3 Jan 2024 120,568 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 113,800 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2022 113,800 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2021 110,498 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 103,605 miles

child seat fitted n/s rear serat

Pass 14 Oct 2019 97,672 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 87,395 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 78,811 miles

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

Rear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Pass 11 Oct 2016 71,919 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 61,102 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 51,225 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 40,816 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 30,150 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 30,121 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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VK09 BXM is a 2009 BMW X3 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 VK09 BXM, 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 VK09 BXM registered?

VK09 BXM is a 2009 BMW X3, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is VK09 BXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK09 BXM shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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