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VN16 YXC

2016 MG 3

White Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

93,522 mi
Last recorded93,522 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 MG 334,138 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN16 YXC
MakeMG
Model3
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 93,522 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2026 93,513 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2024 77,023 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 67,698 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 59,560 miles

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

Nail in N/s/r tyre

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2021 50,268 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 41,951 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 29,051 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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VN16 YXC is a 2016 MG 3 in White with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VN16 YXC?

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What year was VN16 YXC registered?

VN16 YXC is a 2016 MG 3, first registered on 16 May 2016.

Is VN16 YXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN16 YXC shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VN16 YXC have outstanding finance?

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