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 1998cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 128,380 miles on the clock, averaging 8,693 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for PL16 VZA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 128,380 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,863 |
| Average per year | 8,693 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PL16 VZA |
| Make | Bmw |
| Model | 3 Series |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1998cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PL — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About PL16 VZA
What car is PL16 VZA?
PL16 VZA is a black Bmw 3 Series, petrol (1998cc). First registered in Preston in 2016.
What is the mileage of PL16 VZA?
The last recorded mileage for PL16 VZA was 128,380 miles, recorded on 13 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PL16 VZA passed its MOT?
PL16 VZA has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 13 Jan 2026.
Is PL16 VZA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL16 VZA 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 VZA?
PL16 VZA is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.