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A16 BAC

2017 BMW 5 Series

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,466 mi
Last recorded25,466 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW 5 Series54,635 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 BAC
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2017
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 26 Jan 2026 25,466 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2025 23,989 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2024 21,970 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2023 19,811 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2022 17,439 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 15,283 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 13,816 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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A16 BAC is a 2017 BMW 5 Series in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2017 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 54,635 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A16 BAC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 9 years old, this BMW 5 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A16 BAC?

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What year was A16 BAC registered?

A16 BAC is a 2017 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 31 January 2017.

Is A16 BAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A16 BAC shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A16 BAC have outstanding finance?

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