The road tax status for SY16 VMC is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for SY16 VMC?

The MOT for SY16 VMC is valid and due for renewal on or before 28 April 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of SY16 VMC?

The recorded mileage for SY16 VMC is 78,319 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is SY16 VMC ULEZ compliant?

Yes, SY16 VMC (BMW X5) meets Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) standards and is exempt from daily ULEZ charges in London.

Does SY16 VMC have an outstanding safety recall?

Yes, SY16 VMC is recorded with an outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice under official DVSA records. Vehicle manufacturers are legally required to rectify safety recalls free of charge at any authorised franchised dealership.

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2016 BMW X5 3.0L Diesel · SY16 VMC

SY16 VMC

2016 BMW X5 (3.0L, diesel). First registered 31/03/2016. Recorded mileage 78,319 miles. MOT valid until 28/04/2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model: BMW X5
Year / Origin: 2016 · Inverness
Safety Recall: Recall Notice
MOT Status: Valid until 28/04/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 78,319 mi
ULEZ Compliance: ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 3.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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Official DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.

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Mileage: 78,319 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2016
Engine: 2993cc

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SY16 VMC Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
Latest MOT passed on 30/04/2026
78,319 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

✗ 2 dangerous defects found recently

✗ Outstanding recall notice

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SY16 VMC Mileage History

16/04/202456,259 mi
24/04/202456,259 mi
19/04/202569,196 mi+12,937 mi
29/04/202678,319 mi+9,123 mi
30/04/202678,319 mi

Average of roughly 10,829 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

SY16 VMC MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 23 Sept 2026, 10:30

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 BMW X5 (SY16 VMC) between April 2024 and April 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 30 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Central Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))”.

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