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2016 BMW 3 Series 3.0L Petrol · SM02 ACE

SM02 ACE

2016 BMW 3 Series (3.0L, petrol). First registered 30/01/2016. Recorded mileage 47,004 miles. MOT valid until 13/02/2027.

Make & Model
BMW 3 SERIES
Year / Origin
2016 · Edinburgh
MOT Status
Valid until 13/02/2027
Road Tax
Recorded Mileage
47,004 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 3.0L
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Registration no longer recorded by DVLA. This usually means the vehicle is now using a private plate.

MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 13/02/2027
Tax Status
Unknown
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2016
Engine
2998cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle presents a high standard of roadworthiness, evidenced by a consistently clean MOT history. The most recent test conducted in February 2026 at 47,004 miles resulted in no defects or advisories, maintaining a stable trend of passes over the last five years. This consistency suggests the vehicle has been well-maintained and has not encountered the mechanical or structural failures typically seen in cars of this age. The mileage profile is notably low for a ten-year-old BMW, averaging approximately 4,700 miles per year. Data shows a significant increase in usage between January 2022 at 20,550 miles and February 2023 at 32,419 miles, where it covered over 11,000 miles in a single year. However, usage has since moderated, returning to roughly 7,000 miles annually through to 2026. This low overall mileage generally indicates less wear on drivetrain components and braking systems, though it also suggests the vehicle may have sat for extended periods. While the digital record shows no recurring faults, a buyer should inspect for issues associated with low-mileage use. Check rubber-based components such as suspension bushes, split boots, and tyres for cracking or dry rot caused by age rather than wear. Verify the brake discs for surface rust pitting, which can occur when vehicles are not driven frequently. Since the record lacks any structural advisories, the overall integrity of the chassis appears sound, but a physical check of the underbody for corrosion remains a standard professional practice.

SM02 ACE Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 09/02/2026
  • 47,004 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.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
88
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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SM02 ACE Mileage History

  1. 28/01/202220,550 mi
  2. 02/02/202332,419 mi+11,869 mi
  3. 29/01/202440,487 mi+8,068 mi
  4. 07/02/202543,695 mi+3,208 mi
  5. 09/02/202647,004 mi+3,309 mi

Average of roughly 6,560 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

SM02 ACE MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 10 Jun 2026, 02:00
MOT Analysis

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 3 Series (SM02 ACE) between January 2022 and February 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.

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