2016 BMW X3 2.0L Diesel · MY51 ABB
2016 BMW X3 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 15 Dec 2016. Recorded mileage 67,133 miles. MOT valid until 15 Dec 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- BMW X3
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 15 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 67,133 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
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MY51 ABB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 16/12/2025
- 67,133 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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MY51 ABB 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 (MY51 ABB) between December 2022 and December 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 16 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
MY51 ABB Mileage History
- 12/12/202236,301 mi
- 15/12/202347,952 mi+11,651 mi
- 09/12/202457,547 mi+9,595 mi
- 15/12/202567,133 mi+9,586 mi
- 16/12/202567,133 mi
Average of roughly 10,240 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for BMW X3 (F25)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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- Rear Coil Spring SnappingModerate
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