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SV16 CPS

2016 BMW 3 Series

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

128,867 mi
Last recorded128,867 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 3 Series58,963 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV16 CPS
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 128,867 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2025 125,832 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 118,963 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2023 109,118 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2022 95,187 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2021 80,779 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2021 80,777 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Mar 2020 67,673 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 51,131 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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SV16 CPS is a 2016 BMW 3 Series in Red 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 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 SV16 CPS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SV16 CPS registered?

SV16 CPS is a 2016 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 16 March 2016.

Is SV16 CPS safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV16 CPS 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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