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GL16 XZV

2016 MG 3

Blue Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

72,146 mi
Last recorded72,146 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2016 MG 334,138 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL16 XZV
MakeMG
Model3
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 15 May 2026 72,146 miles

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

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

Pass 17 May 2025 58,770 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2024 44,377 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2023 43,178 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 39,370 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2021 35,413 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 31,587 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner surface. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2019 24,278 miles

How Reliable is the MG 3?

Based on 143,683 MOT tests across 20,731 vehicles.

81.1%
Pass Rate
4,878
Miles/Year
13
Year Lifespan
20,731
On UK Roads
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GL16 XZV is a 2016 MG 3 in Blue with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 MG 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 34,138 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The MG 3 typically stays on UK roads for around 13 years. At 10 years old, this MG 3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GL16 XZV?

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What year was GL16 XZV registered?

GL16 XZV is a 2016 MG 3, first registered on 29 July 2016.

Is GL16 XZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL16 XZV shows 8 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 GL16 XZV have outstanding finance?

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