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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 73,861 miles on the clock, averaging 8,524 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 diesel engine is known for timing chain and tensioner.
MOT & Mileage History for SO16 VTG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 73,861 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,021 |
| Average per year | 8,524 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SO16 VTG |
| Make | Bmw |
| Model | 3 Series |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1995cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About SO16 VTG
What car is SO16 VTG?
SO16 VTG is an blue Bmw 3 Series, diesel (1995cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2016.
What is the mileage of SO16 VTG?
The last recorded mileage for SO16 VTG was 73,861 miles, recorded on 20 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO16 VTG passed its MOT?
SO16 VTG has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 20 Feb 2026.
Is SO16 VTG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO16 VTG 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 SO16 VTG?
SO16 VTG is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.