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2016 BMW 435 3.0L Diesel · YC16 UGX

YC16 UGX

2016 BMW 435 (3.0L, diesel). First registered 01/04/2016. Recorded mileage 67,297 miles. MOT status: Expired. Taxed until 01/05/2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
BMW 435
Year / Origin
2016 · Leeds
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Valid until 09/09/2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01/05/2027)
Recorded Mileage
67,297 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 3.0L
Reliability Guide
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Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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Official 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.

MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 09/09/2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/05/2027
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2016
Engine
2993cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle demonstrates a stable and positive maintenance trend, evidenced by three consecutive clean passes following a single failure. The most recent MOT on 8 September 2025 at 67,297 miles confirms the car is currently roadworthy with no recorded defects or advisories. This clean bill of health suggests that previous mechanical concerns have been effectively rectified and that the vehicle has been subjected to consistent oversight in recent years. The recorded mileage of 67,297 miles over a ten-year period aligns with typical usage patterns for this class of BMW, averaging approximately 6,700 miles per annum. The progression of mileage is logical and linear, showing no evidence of long-term storage or anomalous gaps in testing. The consistent annual testing cadence indicates that the vehicle has remained in regular use, which generally helps prevent the degradation of seals and electrical components often associated with prolonged inactivity. Prospective buyers should focus their physical inspection on the front suspension architecture, specifically the thrust arm bushes. While the 2023 failure regarding a leaking bush on the nearside front was rectified, these components are known wear items on this chassis and often require replacement in pairs. A visual check of the suspension arms for fresh grease or signs of play is advisable. Given the current clean record, the drivetrain and braking systems appear well-maintained, but a thorough check of the brake discs for lip thickness and the underside for any signs of corrosion remains standard practice for a vehicle of this age.

YC16 UGX Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 08/09/2025
  • 67,297 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
53
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
✓ Taxed
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
✗ Outstanding recall notice
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ULEZ Compliant
Recall Notice Outstanding

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YC16 UGX Mileage History

  1. 01/09/202253,246 mi
  2. 14/08/202359,315 mi+6,069 mi
  3. 15/08/202359,315 mi
  4. 27/08/202463,815 mi+4,500 mi
  5. 08/09/202567,297 mi+3,482 mi

Average of roughly 4,653 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

YC16 UGX MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 4 Jun 2026, 02:37
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 BMW 435 (YC16 UGX) between September 2022 and September 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 08 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn thurst arm bush leaking grease (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.

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