2016 BMW X3 XDRIVE20D SE AUTO2.0L Diesel

The vehicle presents a high level of roadworthiness based on a clean MOT history over the last five years. The most recent test conducted on 30 January 2026 at 96,991 miles resulted in no defects, indicating that the car currently meets all statutory safety requirements. This stability suggests a proactive maintenance approach where the owner has consistently passed inspections without any mechanical failures or structural concerns being flagged by the tester. The mileage pattern is consistent with a decade-year-old luxury SUV, averaging approximately 9,700 miles per annum. There is a notable increase in usage between July 2023 at 70,943 miles and December 2024 at 84,862 miles, covering over 13,000 miles in seventeen months. Prior to this period, the vehicle saw lower intervals, such as the 6,400 miles between the 2021 and 2022 tests. This steady usage helps prevent the degradation associated with long periods of inactivity. While the digital record shows no recurring advisories for structural rust or failing components, a buyer should focus their physical inspection on high-wear areas common to the X3 platform. Given the vehicle is approaching the 100,000-mile mark, inspection of the control arm bushes and coil springs is essential, as these often perish at this mileage. Checking the brake discs for thinning and binding calipers is also prudent, as the MOT only tests for functional efficiency rather than the remaining life of these consumables.