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2016 BMW X5 XDRIVE30D M Sport Auto 3.0L Heavy oil · FP16 ABN

FP16 ABN

2016 BMW X5 XDRIVE30D M Sport Auto (3.0L, heavy oil). First registered 25/03/2016. Recorded mileage 112,048 miles. MOT valid until 16/12/2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
BMW X5 XDRIVE30D M SPORT AUTO
Year / Origin
2016 · Nottingham
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Valid until 16/12/2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
112,048 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Likely Compliant
Fuel & Engine
HEAVY OIL · 3.0L
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Archived Record

Registration no longer recorded by DVLA. This usually means the vehicle is now using a private plate.

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 16/12/2026
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Fuel Type
HEAVY OIL
Year
2016
Engine
2993cc
Mechanical Assessment

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This vehicle demonstrates an exceptional record of roadworthiness with a stable and clean maintenance trend. The most recent MOT on 17 December 2025 at 112,048 miles resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a consistent pattern of clean passes dating back to May 2021, suggesting a high standard of preventative maintenance. The mileage accumulation aligns with typical usage for a ten year old executive SUV. A significant increase in usage occurred between September 2022 at 73,357 miles and November 2024 at 95,120 miles, indicating a period of heavier long-distance travel. The most recent interval shows a further jump to 112,048 miles by December 2025, confirming the car remains in active use rather than sitting idle. The total absence of advisories over five years of testing is uncommon for a vehicle of this age and mileage. The tester flagged no issues with suspension bushes, brake disc thickness, or exhaust emissions across all entries. This lack of recorded wear suggests the previous owners replaced consumables proactively before they reached the threshold of an MOT failure. A buyer should still conduct a physical inspection of the drivetrain and chassis. While the MOT record is clean, these tests do not cover internal engine health or gearbox smoothness. Focus should be placed on checking for any signs of oil leaks from the turbocharger or seepage around the steering rack, as these common BMW X5 wear points are not always captured in a standard MOT unless they cause a direct failure.

FP16 ABN Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 17/12/2025
  • 112,048 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
78
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
✗ Outstanding recall notice
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FP16 ABN Mileage History

  1. 15/09/202273,357 mi
  2. 20/11/202393,592 mi+20,235 mi
  3. 16/11/202495,120 mi+1,528 mi
  4. 17/12/2025112,048 mi+16,928 mi

Average of roughly 11,884 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

FP16 ABN MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 16 Jul 2026, 08:31
MOT Analysis

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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 BMW X5 Xdrive30D M Sport Auto (FP16 ABN) between September 2022 and December 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.

No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.

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Buying Score
82/100
Risk Level
Low
Low
Est. Annual Cost
£1,400-£1,800
Mileage
At 112,048 miles on a March 2016 registr...

Our Verdict

This is a strongly recommended used purchase for buyers wanting a premium diesel SUV with a clean record. The BMW X5 xDrive30d M Sport Auto (FP16ABN) has a flawless MOT history and sensible mileage for its age.

Given the clean MOT record, your main negotiation leverage should come from the vehicle's age and mileage rather than outstanding defects; use the 112,048-mile figure and 2016 registration to benchmark against similar X5 diesels on the market. A full BMW main-dealer or specialist service history is essential to confirm the timing chain, gearbox servicing, and diesel particulate filter (DPF) regenerations have been carried out on schedule for this 3.0-litre six-cylinder engine.

The 2993cc heavy oil engine typically returns strong real-world economy for a large SUV, though exact figures are not provided in the data; annual road tax for a 2016 diesel of this size will be in the higher bands. Insurance group for an X5 M Sport diesel is elevated, reflecting its value and performance, and maintenance at a BMW specialist will cost more than a mainstream brand.

The MOT history shows no failures or defects across five consecutive tests from 2021 to 2025, so there are no specific failure types from the record to investigate; however, you should still visually check brake discs and tyres given the 112,048 miles covered. Inspect the white paintwork for stone chips and the M Sport alloy wheels for curb damage, as these are common on higher-mileage SUVs.

The 2016 BMW X5 xDrive30d M Sport Auto presented in white has covered 112,048 miles as of its most recent MOT in December 2025. Every MOT from 2021 to 2025 has passed with no defects recorded, showing consistent maintenance and no advisory build-up. At just under nine years old, the mileage is in line with the UK average of roughly 12,000-13,000 miles per year, meaning no major concerns over excessive use.

No aggregate MOT reliability data was available for the BMW X5 xDrive30d M Sport Auto, so no model-wide failure trends can be stated from the provided information.

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