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WG59 RSV

2009 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

122,127 mi
Last recorded122,127 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW X378,456 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG59 RSV
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 122,127 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

TPMS light on

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Feb 2026 121,878 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

TPMS light on

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2024 108,402 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

dde light on

Fail 12 Oct 2024 108,249 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt stabilizer link rubber boot cut open (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt stabilizer link rubber boot cut open (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

dde light on

Pass 16 Oct 2023 98,851 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2022 93,893 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 11 Oct 2021 88,133 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 81,166 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 72,923 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Dec 2018 70,428 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 67,035 miles

stone chips in windscreen

Pass 9 Jan 2017 61,924 miles

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

front brake discs corroded

nearside rear tyre wearing low

offside front tyre wearing low on the inside edge

stone chips in windscreen

Pass 11 Jan 2016 55,890 miles

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

front brake discs corroded

rear washer inoperative

stone chips in windscreen

Pass 6 Jan 2015 48,040 miles

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

front discs corroded

Pass 13 Jan 2014 40,381 miles

chip in screen

Pass 17 Jan 2013 32,284 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 24,561 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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WG59 RSV is a 2009 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 WG59 RSV, 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 WG59 RSV registered?

WG59 RSV is a 2009 BMW X3, first registered on 11 December 2009.

Is WG59 RSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG59 RSV shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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