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2016 BMW 3 SERIES2.0L Petrol

DC16 AEE

Vehicle Insight Summary

Considering this 2016 BMW 3 SERIES? It's a Petrol with a 1998cc engine showing 81,311 miles. MOT is not recorded and it's not currently taxed. View the full DVLA history below.

MOT
Expired
Expires 16/07/2026
Tax
No data
Fuel
Petrol
Year
2016
Engine
1998cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle is currently roadworthy, with the most recent MOT on 2025-07-17 at 81,311 miles recording no defects. However, a failed test on 2024-06-10 at 74,544 miles—also listed with no defects—raises questions about data accuracy or potential unresolved issues. The absence of recurring mechanical faults in subsequent tests suggests a stable maintenance trend, but the failed entry warrants scrutiny to confirm if underlying concerns were addressed. The mileage progression shows a consistent annual average of ~8,131 miles, aligning with typical usage for a 10-year-old vehicle. A notable gap between the 2022-08-18 test (57,299 miles) and 2023-06-16 test (68,221 miles) indicates a 10,922-mile increase over ten months, which could signal accelerated wear on components like tyres, brakes, or suspension. The rapid accumulation from 68,221 to 74,548 miles by 2024-06-10 further suggests frequent use, though no defects were recorded in the following tests. A buyer should physically inspect the suspension for worn bushes or coil springs, given the vehicle’s age and mileage, and check brake discs for uneven wear or corrosion. The 2024 failed test, despite no recorded defects, implies potential issues with emissions or alignment that may not have been fully resolved. Structural integrity should also be verified, as rust or panel damage could emerge despite the MOT history showing no advisories.

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58
/ 100 · Below Average

Public record health check: Below Average.

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 16 May 2026, 01:04
AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

This 2016 BMW 3 Series (DC16 AEE) has a recorded MOT history spanning from August 2022 to July 2025, with 5 MOT tests on record.

Across its entire MOT history, this BMW has a 80% success rate (4 passes and 1 fails). This consistent performance at MOT centers suggests this vehicle has been kept in good order.

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