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AE16 DWG

2016 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

109,832 mi
Last recorded109,832 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW X351,517 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE16 DWG
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 109,832 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.1mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Jun 2025 96,825 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 28 May 2025 96,819 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 275/40/19 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 275/40/19 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 18 Nov 2024 91,213 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 78,417 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt all

Pass 17 Nov 2022 69,783 miles

Offside Rear TYRE NOT FITTED WITH ACORDANCE TO SIDE wall

Pass 18 Nov 2021 60,005 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 41,900 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Nov 2019 27,511 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 25,350 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm + nail in tread (punctured (5.2.3 (e))

engine cover and under trays fitted obscuring some components

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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AE16 DWG is a 2016 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 AE16 DWG, 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

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What year was AE16 DWG registered?

AE16 DWG is a 2016 BMW X3, first registered on 29 April 2016.

Is AE16 DWG safe to buy?

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