2016 BMW X3 2.0L Diesel · AB14 JES
2016 BMW X3 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 03 Mar 2016. Recorded mileage 66,889 miles. MOT valid until 12 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- BMW X3
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 66,889 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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AB14 JES Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/02/2026
- 66,889 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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AB14 JES 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 X3 (AB14 JES) between March 2023 and February 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 23 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
AB14 JES Mileage History
- 13/03/202354,183 mi
- 11/03/202458,268 mi+4,085 mi
- 04/03/202562,388 mi+4,120 mi
- 07/03/202562,405 mi+17 mi
- 23/02/202666,889 mi+4,484 mi
Average of roughly 4,305 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for BMW X3 (F25)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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- Rear Coil Spring SnappingModerate
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