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AM16 BMW

2020 BMW 3 Series

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,490 mi
Last recorded42,490 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2020 BMW 3 Series37,941 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM16 BMW
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2020
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 16 Mar 2026 42,490 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2025 34,897 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 14,717 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2024 14,264 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2023 14,249 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 3 Series?

Based on 12,840,406 MOT tests across 1,004,285 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
6,672
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,004,285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 485,475
Brake pipe excessively corroded 323,327
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 253,205
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 185,099
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 182,360
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AM16 BMW is a 2020 BMW 3 Series in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2020 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 37,941 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 3 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 485,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AM16 BMW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 3 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 6 years old, this BMW 3 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AM16 BMW?

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What year was AM16 BMW registered?

AM16 BMW is a 2020 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 30 October 2020.

Is AM16 BMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM16 BMW shows 5 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 AM16 BMW have outstanding finance?

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