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2016 BMW M2 3.0L Petrol · SD16 ABC

SD16 ABC

2016 BMW M2 (3.0L, petrol). First registered 13 May 2016. Recorded mileage 36,138 miles. MOT valid until 25 Mar 2027.

Make & Model
BMW M2
Year / Origin
2016 · Glasgow
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 25 Mar 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
36,138 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 3.0L
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Common Faults
MOT Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2016
Engine
2979cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The 2016 BMW M2 presents a clean roadworthiness status as of the most recent DVSA test on 12 March 2026 at 36,138 miles, where the tester recorded a pass with no defects or advisories. Maintenance trend across the five-year MOT history remains entirely stable, with every annual examination returning a fault-free result. The tester flagged no corrosion, no worn suspension bushes, and no binding calipers during any inspection. No warnings emerged. The odometer climbed from 18,648 miles at the 10 February 2022 test to 36,138 miles by March 2026, averaging roughly 3,600 miles per year against a ten-year lifespan. Such low accumulation suggests gentle use or extended periods in storage rather than neglected high-mileage abuse. The record shows no abrupt jumps in mileage between tests; the February 2023 examination at 25,086 miles and the February 2024 pass at 30,916 miles confirm a steady, linear progression. The DVSA entries are sparse in faults but consistent in passing outcomes. Despite the unblemished MOT ledger, a buyer should still scrutinise common age-related items that low-mileage standing can disguise. The tester recorded no advisories on brake discs, coil springs, or exhaust emissions, yet prolonged inactivity may have promoted superficial corrosion on structural members or seized suspension components not evident during a brief test bay inspection. Inspect the subframe for rust pitting. Verify that the rear calipers move freely and the tyres show no sidewall degradation. Previous owners clearly adhered to a disciplined servicing regime, as evidenced by five consecutive passes without a single advisory on consumables such as wiper blades or tyres. This pattern implies fastidious care rather than deferred maintenance. Confirming full service history alongside these MOT results will solidify confidence in the vehicle's mechanical provenance.
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SD16 ABC Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 12/03/2026
  • 36,138 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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SD16 ABC MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 BMW M2 (SD16 ABC) between February 2022 and March 2026.

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.

PASS
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ADVISORY

SD16 ABC Mileage History

  1. 10/02/202218,648 mi
  2. 25/02/202325,086 mi+6,438 mi
  3. 23/02/202430,916 mi+5,830 mi
  4. 26/03/202534,997 mi+4,081 mi
  5. 12/03/202636,138 mi+1,141 mi

Average of roughly 4,285 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

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ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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