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SL16 JDF

2016 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 2998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

82,717 mi
Last recorded82,717 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 3 Series58,963 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL16 JDF
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 82,717 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

tyre pressure monitoring system light is illuminated

Pass 21 Mar 2025 68,900 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 5 Apr 2024 60,339 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Apr 2023 52,014 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 50,982 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2021 46,395 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 42,040 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Aug 2020 42,037 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2019 37,019 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 3 Series?

Based on 12,840,406 MOT tests across 1,004,285 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
6,672
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,004,285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 485,475
Brake pipe excessively corroded 323,327
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 253,205
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 185,099
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 182,360
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SL16 JDF is a 2016 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2016 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 58,963 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 3 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 485,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SL16 JDF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 3 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 10 years old, this BMW 3 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SL16 JDF registered?

SL16 JDF is a 2016 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 27 May 2016.

Is SL16 JDF safe to buy?

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