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AJ16 BXB

2016 BMW X3

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

81,447 mi
Last recorded81,447 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW X351,517 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ16 BXB
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 81,447 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2025 73,123 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 67,032 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 61,061 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 56,543 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords wearing on edge & deep cut close to cord with other small cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing light perishing with small cuts & nail in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing light perishing with small cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2021 50,727 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 45,397 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 40,495 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2019 40,495 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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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AJ16 BXB is a 2016 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AJ16 BXB, 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.

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What year was AJ16 BXB registered?

AJ16 BXB is a 2016 BMW X3, first registered on 20 May 2016.

Is AJ16 BXB safe to buy?

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