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DS16 ZPF

2016 BMW X3

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2024
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

68,522 mi
Last recorded68,522 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2023
Typical for 2016 BMW X351,517 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS16 ZPF
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2023 68,522 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2023 68,521 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm insecurely attached Outer bush bolt loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) Rack end (2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Outer sidewall 245/40/20 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inside sidewall 275/35/20 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Dec 2022 59,091 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2021 47,230 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt also fitted loosely ()

Pass 30 Dec 2020 38,294 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2019 28,982 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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DS16 ZPF is a 2016 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DS16 ZPF, 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 DS16 ZPF registered?

DS16 ZPF is a 2016 BMW X3, first registered on 27 June 2016.

Is DS16 ZPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS16 ZPF shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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