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2016 BMW 3 Series 2.0L Hybrid electric (clean) · YK16 TBL

YK16 TBL

2016 BMW 3 Series (2.0L, hybrid electric (clean)). First registered 29 Jul 2016. Recorded mileage 75,622 miles. MOT valid until 02 Sept 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.

Make & Model
BMW 3 SERIES
Year / Origin
2016 · Leeds
Safety Recall
None Outstanding
MOT Status
Valid until 02 Sept 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
75,622 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Exempt (Zero Emissions)
Fuel & Engine
Hybrid Electric (Clean) · 2.0L
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MOT Status
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Fuel Type
Hybrid Electric (Clean)
Year
2016
Engine
1998cc
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YK16 TBL Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 04/09/2026
  • 75,622 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded

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YK16 TBL MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 14 Oct 2026, 10:38
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 (YK16 TBL) between February 2022 and September 2026.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 3 advisory notices note items to monitor.

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

In total 3 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.

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YK16 TBL Mileage History

  1. 23/02/202250,090 mi
  2. 24/02/202357,944 mi+7,854 mi
  3. 27/06/202463,877 mi+5,933 mi
  4. 26/06/202569,823 mi+5,946 mi
  5. 04/09/202675,622 mi+5,799 mi

Average of roughly 5,638 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant
No Open Safety Recalls

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2016 Common Problems
MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
88
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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