2016 BMW M3 3.0L Petrol · AF16 GVY
2016 BMW M3 (3.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 2016. Recorded mileage 66,435 miles. MOT valid until 12 May 2027. Taxed until 01 Dec 2026. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- BMW M3
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12 May 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Dec 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 66,435 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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AF16 GVY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/05/2026
- 66,435 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (3 mentions)
- No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded
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AF16 GVY 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 M3 (AF16 GVY) between January 2023 and May 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 6 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 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.
AF16 GVY Mileage History
- 06/01/202340,371 mi
- 05/01/202448,803 mi+8,432 mi
- 14/05/202450,699 mi+1,896 mi
- 12/05/202558,497 mi+7,798 mi
- 11/05/202666,435 mi+7,938 mi
Average of roughly 7,798 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for BMW M3
Our database tracks 6 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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Common Problems: BMW M3
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Crank Hub Slip / Timing Risk(Serious)
Highly publicised on tuned S55 cars, crank-hub slip can throw engine timing out and destroy the valvetrain. Stock cars are less vulnerable, but mapped examples deserve extra caution.
- Coolant Loss / Charge Cooling Leaks(Moderate)
Turbo M3s can develop small coolant leaks around expansion tanks, auxiliary coolers, or charge-cooling hardware. They are often minor at first, but repeated top-ups are not normal.
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- Crank Hub Slip / Timing RiskSerious
Highly publicised on tuned S55 cars, crank-hub slip can throw engine timing out and destroy the valvetrain. Stock cars are less vulnerable, but mapped examples deserve extra caution.
- Coolant Loss / Charge Cooling LeaksModerate
Turbo M3s can develop small coolant leaks around expansion tanks, auxiliary coolers, or charge-cooling hardware. They are often minor at first, but repeated top-ups are not normal.
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