Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2016 Bmw 3 Series Diesel 1995cc has had 6 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing once (83% pass rate). It has 143,837 miles on the clock, averaging 13,012 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 diesel engine is known for timing chain and tensioner.
MOT & Mileage History for PL16 GHU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 143,837 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,995 |
| Average per year | 13,012 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Bmw 3 Series
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PL16 GHU |
| Make | Bmw |
| Model | 3 Series |
| Colour | Brown |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1995cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PL — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About PL16 GHU
What car is PL16 GHU?
PL16 GHU is a brown Bmw 3 Series, diesel (1995cc). First registered in Preston in 2016.
What is the mileage of PL16 GHU?
The last recorded mileage for PL16 GHU was 143,837 miles, recorded on 23 Jan 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PL16 GHU passed its MOT?
PL16 GHU has had 6 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (5 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 23 Jan 2024.
Is PL16 GHU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL16 GHU is likely ULEZ compliant. Diesel post-2015 (Euro 6). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is PL16 GHU?
PL16 GHU is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.