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YG09 TLN

2009 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

123,090 mi
Last recorded123,090 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW X378,456 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG09 TLN
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Fail 12 Feb 2025 123,090 miles

Front Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault Airbag lights on (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

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

Pass 25 Oct 2023 118,439 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 111,897 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 101,725 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2021 101,725 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 88,504 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 17 Sep 2020 88,504 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 22 Nov 2018 86,090 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 76,990 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2017 76,990 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both front pads (3.5.1g)

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both rear pads (3.5.1g)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs worn (3.5.1i)

brake light on

Pass 9 Jun 2016 63,348 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 62,099 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 43,024 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 31,043 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 22,468 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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YG09 TLN is a 2009 BMW X3 in Black 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 YG09 TLN, 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 YG09 TLN registered?

YG09 TLN is a 2009 BMW X3, first registered on 25 March 2009.

Is YG09 TLN safe to buy?

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