2016 BMW 3 Series 3.0L Diesel · A1 APU
2016 BMW 3 Series (3.0L, diesel). First registered 29 Jan 2016. Recorded mileage 72,084 miles. MOT valid until 24 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- BMW 3 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 72,084 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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A1 APU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/03/2026
- 72,084 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
A1 APU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 BMW 3 Series (A1 APU) between February 2022 and March 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 15 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (7 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Bodywork (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 15 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
A1 APU Mileage History
- 01/02/202244,972 mi
- 18/01/202350,347 mi+5,375 mi
- 12/01/202456,729 mi+6,382 mi
- 25/03/202564,568 mi+7,839 mi
- 09/03/202672,084 mi+7,516 mi
Average of roughly 6,615 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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