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AE16 GKU

2016 BMW X3 (F25)

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

76,047 mi
Last recorded76,047 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW X3 (F25)49,450 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE16 GKU
MakeBMW
ModelX3 (F25)
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 76,047 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2025 76,047 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Nov 2024 68,601 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 62,080 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Brake reaction bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Brake reaction bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2022 55,757 miles

How Reliable is the BMW X3 (F25)?

Based on 510 MOT tests across 102 vehicles.

84.5%
Pass Rate
6,521
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
102
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 2
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AE16 GKU is a 2016 BMW X3 (F25) in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2016 BMW X3 (F25) models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 49,450 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW X3 (F25) fails its MOT is suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint, accounting for 2 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE16 GKU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X3 (F25) typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 10 years old, this BMW X3 (F25) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE16 GKU registered?

AE16 GKU is a 2016 BMW X3 (F25), first registered on 1 September 2016.

Is AE16 GKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE16 GKU shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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