2016 BMW X3 2.0L Diesel · LW66 SBU
2016 BMW X3 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 28 Dec 2016. Recorded mileage 47,664 miles. MOT valid until 04 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- BMW X3
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Sidcup (South East London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 47,664 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LW66 SBU Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/03/2026
- 47,664 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LW66 SBU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
1 MOT test are recorded for this 2016 BMW X3 (LW66 SBU) between March 2026 and March 2026.
The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 0 advisory notices note items to monitor.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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- Transfer Case Failure (xDrive)Serious
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