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VN09 AFU

2009 BMW X3

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

134,263 mi
Last recorded134,263 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2022
Typical for 2009 BMW X378,456 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN09 AFU
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2022 134,263 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

TPMS indicates low tyre pressure

Pass 18 Aug 2021 129,994 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2021 129,992 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 27 Aug 2020 125,282 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Aug 2020 125,282 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Tyre pressure monitoring lamp illuminated.

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Apr 2019 119,080 miles

Hand brake has long travel

Pass 11 Apr 2018 109,243 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 99,772 miles

Nearside rear drive shaft leaking from seal

Pass 25 Apr 2016 89,193 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2016 89,193 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 79,481 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 69,978 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Jun 2013 58,126 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 46,036 miles
Fail 22 May 2012 46,036 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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VN09 AFU is a 2009 BMW X3 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 VN09 AFU, 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 VN09 AFU registered?

VN09 AFU is a 2009 BMW X3, first registered on 10 June 2009.

Is VN09 AFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN09 AFU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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