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2016 BMW 228 2.0L Petrol · RX16 LGU

RX16 LGU

2016 BMW 228 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 31/03/2016. Recorded mileage 83,741 miles. MOT valid until 13/10/2026. Taxed until 01/10/2026.

Make & Model
BMW 228
Year / Origin
2016 · Reading
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 13/10/2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01/10/2026)
Recorded Mileage
83,741 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 13/10/2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/10/2026
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2016
Engine
1997cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a high standard of roadworthiness with a remarkably stable maintenance trend over the last three years. The most recent inspection conducted in October 2025 at 83,741 miles passed with no defects or advisories recorded. This streak of clean results across multiple annual tests suggests that the previous owners maintained a proactive service schedule and that the mechanical and structural components are currently operating within acceptable parameters for MOT testing standards. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,374 miles per year. Between September 2022 and September 2024, the car covered 19,144 miles, indicating a steady rate of use. The recent interval between March 2025 and October 2025 shows a significant drop in usage with only 41 miles recorded, which is typical of seasonal use or short-term storage. This low annual mileage generally reduces the wear on high-stress components like the and suspension bushings compared to higher-mileage examples. Because the MOT history shows no recurring faults regarding structural corrosion, brake components, or suspension integrity, a physical inspection should focus on consumable items that are not covered by the annual test. A buyer should verify the condition of the tyres for age cracking due to low annual mileage and check the state of the brake discs for pitting. Given the age of the BMW, checking for any fluid leaks from the engine bay or cooling system is advisable to ensure the low mileage has not led to the degradation of seals and hoses.

RX16 LGU Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 15/10/2025
  • 83,741 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
93
/ 100 · Excellent
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

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✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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RX16 LGU Mileage History

  1. 29/09/202261,382 mi
  2. 28/09/202372,121 mi+10,739 mi
  3. 25/09/202480,526 mi+8,405 mi
  4. 24/03/202583,700 mi+3,174 mi
  5. 15/10/202583,741 mi+41 mi

Average of roughly 7,345 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

RX16 LGU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 20 Sept 2026, 02:00
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 BMW 228 (RX16 LGU) between September 2022 and October 2025.

The record contains 5 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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ADVISORY