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AY16 GXB

2016 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

87,590 mi
Last recorded87,590 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW X351,517 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY16 GXB
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 87,590 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2025 87,590 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2024 78,572 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 68,724 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 59,366 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 52,926 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 42,689 miles

advise undertrays and sill covers fitted

Pass 4 Oct 2018 16,043 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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AY16 GXB is a 2016 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AY16 GXB, 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 AY16 GXB?

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What year was AY16 GXB registered?

AY16 GXB is a 2016 BMW X3, first registered on 27 April 2016.

Is AY16 GXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY16 GXB shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AY16 GXB have outstanding finance?

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