2016 BMW M2 3.0L Petrol · SM16 UHO
2016 BMW M2 (3.0L, petrol). First registered 16 Apr 2016. Recorded mileage 30,446 miles. MOT expired on 27 Sept 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- BMW M2
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 27 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 30,446 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.0L
- 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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SM16 UHO Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 29/09/2025
- 30,446 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SM16 UHO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 BMW M2 (SM16 UHO) between January 2022 and September 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
SM16 UHO Mileage History
- 13/01/202227,117 mi
- 04/05/202328,433 mi+1,316 mi
- 08/05/202430,143 mi+1,710 mi
- 29/09/202530,446 mi+303 mi
Average of roughly 897 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for BMW M2
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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Common Problems: BMW M2
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Rear Differential Noise / Mount Wear(Serious)
A whining rear differential or a heavy clonk when taking up drive is common on cars that have seen repeated launches or track work. Diff oil neglect and worn rear mounts make the problem worse.
- Front Suspension Arm / Top Mount Wear(Moderate)
The short wheelbase and stiff M chassis mean front tension struts, top mounts, and drop links take a beating on UK roads. Cars that have hit kerbs or potholes can feel nervous at motorway speed.
- Charge Pipe / Boost Leak Issues(Moderate)
N55 and S55-powered cars can develop boost leaks from cracked plastic charge pipes or split boost joints, especially on mapped cars. Power drops off sharply when this happens.
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- Rear Differential Noise / Mount WearSerious
A whining rear differential or a heavy clonk when taking up drive is common on cars that have seen repeated launches or track work. Diff oil neglect and worn rear mounts make the problem worse.
- Front Suspension Arm / Top Mount WearModerate
The short wheelbase and stiff M chassis mean front tension struts, top mounts, and drop links take a beating on UK roads. Cars that have hit kerbs or potholes can feel nervous at motorway speed.
- Charge Pipe / Boost Leak IssuesModerate
N55 and S55-powered cars can develop boost leaks from cracked plastic charge pipes or split boost joints, especially on mapped cars. Power drops off sharply when this happens.
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