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 Petrol 1499cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 81,680 miles on the clock, averaging 10,843 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.5 3-cylinder turbo engine is known for timing chain and guides.
MOT & Mileage History for PL16 UYW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 81,680 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,843 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PL16 UYW |
| Make | Bmw |
| Model | 3 Series |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1499cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PL — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About PL16 UYW
What car is PL16 UYW?
PL16 UYW is a black Bmw 3 Series, petrol (1499cc). First registered in Preston in 2016.
What is the mileage of PL16 UYW?
The last recorded mileage for PL16 UYW was 81,680 miles, recorded on 8 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PL16 UYW passed its MOT?
PL16 UYW has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 8 Oct 2025.
Is PL16 UYW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL16 UYW is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is PL16 UYW?
PL16 UYW is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.