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A5 DSC

2016 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jan 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,355 mi
Last recorded62,355 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW X351,517 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 DSC
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 16 Jan 2026 62,355 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2025 56,018 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2024 47,154 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2023 39,847 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 29,583 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 20,507 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 10,174 miles

How Reliable is the BMW X3?

Based on 1,227,551 MOT tests across 116,465 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
7,291
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
116,465
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,027
coil spring broken 11,583
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7,799
coil spring fractured 6,299
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 5,284
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A5 DSC is a 2016 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 BMW X3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 51,517 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW X3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,027 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A5 DSC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X3 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 10 years old, this BMW X3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A5 DSC?

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What year was A5 DSC registered?

A5 DSC is a 2016 BMW X3, first registered on 31 October 2016.

Is A5 DSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 DSC shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A5 DSC have outstanding finance?

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