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VN09 LYF

2009 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

76,644 mi
Last recorded76,644 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2017
Typical for 2009 BMW X378,456 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN09 LYF
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2017 76,644 miles

Nearside front tyre:- cracking on outer sidewall.

Nearside rear tyre:- cracking on outer sidewall.

Fail 10 Jul 2017 76,644 miles

Nearside front tyre:- cracking on outer sidewall.

Nearside rear tyre:- cracking on outer sidewall.

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 70,123 miles

NEAR SIDE AND OFF SIDE REAR CHILD SEATS FITTED CANNOT FULLY CHECK SEAT BELTS

Fail 12 Jul 2016 70,122 miles

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

NEAR SIDE AND OFF SIDE REAR CHILD SEATS FITTED CANNOT FULLY CHECK SEAT BELTS

Pass 11 Jun 2015 65,109 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 59,697 miles

near side and off side rear child seats fitted cannot fully check seat belts

Fail 7 Jul 2014 59,697 miles

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

near side and off side rear child seats fitted cannot fully check seat belts

Pass 10 Jul 2013 52,451 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 41,213 miles

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

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 LYF is a 2009 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LYF, 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 LYF registered?

VN09 LYF is a 2009 BMW X3, first registered on 30 June 2009.

Is VN09 LYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN09 LYF shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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