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CGZ 5526

2016 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

101,809 mi
Last recorded101,809 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW X351,517 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCGZ 5526
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 17 Jul 2026 101,809 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2025 95,880 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jul 2024 90,227 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive transfer box area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2023 76,257 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2022 62,962 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2021 49,184 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 38,979 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 20,775 miles

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

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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CGZ 5526 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 100%.

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 CGZ 5526, 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 CGZ 5526 registered?

CGZ 5526 is a 2016 BMW X3, first registered on 9 June 2016.

Is CGZ 5526 safe to buy?

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