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WF59 MEV

2009 BMW X3

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

159,398 mi
Last recorded159,398 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW X378,456 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF59 MEV
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 159,398 miles

Front and rear disc slightly corroded

Pass 27 Nov 2023 156,543 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 147,489 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/55/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/55/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/55/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Mar 2021 138,226 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2021 138,226 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2020 136,149 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2020 134,475 miles

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

Fail 22 Jan 2020 134,475 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Pass 10 Jan 2019 127,613 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 116,132 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 102,332 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 88,157 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2015 71,368 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 12 Jan 2015 71,368 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 56,468 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 1 Oct 2013 56,468 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 39,470 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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WF59 MEV is a 2009 BMW X3 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 WF59 MEV, 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 WF59 MEV registered?

WF59 MEV is a 2009 BMW X3, first registered on 28 September 2009.

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The MOT history for WF59 MEV shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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