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AMB 16R

2010 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

94,674 mi
Last recorded94,674 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2010 BMW 53576,292 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAMB 16R
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 94,674 miles
Pass 29 May 2025 90,508 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 87,644 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 85,369 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 May 2023 85,336 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 May 2021 84,977 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2020 84,593 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 82,457 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 80,036 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 78,571 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front torsion arm bushes seperating (2.4.G.2)

Front both front tyres heavily stepped

Fail 12 Jan 2017 78,571 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front torsion arm bushes seperating (2.4.G.2)

Front both front tyres heavily stepped

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Jan 2016 68,692 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2016 68,692 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 9 Jan 2015 58,125 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 Jan 2015 58,125 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 47,728 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 35,799 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 35,774 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 535?

Based on 216,162 MOT tests across 18,035 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
7,094
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
18,035
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,346
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,237
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,669
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,608
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,438
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AMB 16R is a 2010 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2010 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 76,292 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 535 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,346 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AMB 16R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 535 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 16 years old, this BMW 535 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AMB 16R registered?

AMB 16R is a 2010 BMW 535, first registered on 15 January 2010.

Is AMB 16R safe to buy?

The MOT history for AMB 16R shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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