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2015 BMW 3 Series 3.0L Diesel · C16 MAM

C16 MAM

2015 BMW 3 Series (3.0L, diesel). First registered 29 Sept 2015. Recorded mileage 105,162 miles. MOT valid until 07 Dec 2026. Taxed until 01 Dec 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
BMW 3 SERIES
Year / Origin
2015 · Cardiff
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Valid until 07 Dec 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Dec 2026)
Recorded Mileage
105,162 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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MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 07 Dec 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Dec 2026
Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2015
Engine
2993cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The 2015 BMW 3 Series presents a stable and well-maintained roadworthiness profile. The most recent MOT, conducted on 08 December 2025 at 105,162 miles, passed with zero defects recorded. This clean sheet extends a clear trend of resolving minor issues, demonstrating consistent and attentive care by the most recent keeper. The mileage accumulation is remarkably linear and typical for an eleven-year-old vehicle. Between the November 2022 test at 74,655 miles and the November 2024 test at 94,195 miles, the vehicle covered approximately 19,540 miles in two years, averaging just under 10,000 miles annually. The final jump to 105,162 miles by December 2025 represents a slightly lower annualised figure of around 10,967 miles, indicating sustained regular use. The record shows no anomalous gaps or sudden spikes in accumulation that would suggest prolonged periods of disuse or exceptionally high motorway mileage. Historically, the only notable advisory occurred in the November 2022 test at 74,655 miles, where the offside rear tyre was worn close to its legal limit and on its edge, accompanied by a note regarding underbody covers. This single tyre wear issue, likely from a minor alignment or inflation oversight, has not recurred. Given the clean subsequent tests, including the most recent one, this appears to have been promptly rectified. The vehicle has no history of recurring mechanical faults, emissions failures, or structural corrosion advisories. A prospective buyer should still conduct a thorough in-person inspection, focusing on the areas historically flagged. A close examination of the rear suspension geometry and tyre wear patterns is prudent to confirm the 2022 issue was fully resolved. The underbody should be inspected for the integrity of its shields and any signs of corrosion or damage, given the historical note. While the MOT record is exemplary, a test drive to assess the condition of consumable items like brake discs, pads, and all suspension bushes at this mileage remains essential.
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C16 MAM Key Findings

  • 9 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 08/12/2025
  • 105,162 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

C16 MAM MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 2 Nov 2026, 14:09
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

9 MOT tests are recorded for this 2015 BMW 3 Series (C16 MAM) between October 2018 and December 2025.

The record contains 8 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 08 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 4 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.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

C16 MAM Mileage History

  1. 10/10/201830,339 mi
  2. 18/09/201930,407 mi+68 mi
  3. 18/09/201930,407 mi
  4. 01/10/202050,766 mi+20,359 mi
  5. 25/11/202167,711 mi+16,945 mi
  6. 24/11/202274,655 mi+6,944 mi
  7. 25/11/202382,439 mi+7,784 mi
  8. 14/11/202494,195 mi+11,756 mi
  9. 08/12/2025105,162 mi+10,967 mi

Average of roughly 10,447 miles per year across 9 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant
Recall Notice Outstanding

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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