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BC16 YPL

2016 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

179,526 mi
Last recorded179,526 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW X351,517 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBC16 YPL
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 179,526 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Jul 2025 159,150 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 135,380 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 115,614 miles

Coil spring corroded Both sides rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2022 94,111 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2021 66,586 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 49,788 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2020 49,788 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2019 37,452 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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BC16 YPL is a 2016 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc 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 BC16 YPL, 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 BC16 YPL registered?

BC16 YPL is a 2016 BMW X3, first registered on 28 July 2016.

Is BC16 YPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BC16 YPL shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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