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AY16 FXX

2016 BMW 5 Series

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

72,708 mi
Last recorded72,708 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 5 Series51,691 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY16 FXX
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 15 Oct 2025 72,708 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2024 69,857 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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AY16 FXX is a 2016 BMW 5 Series in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 51,691 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 AY16 FXX, 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 10 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 AY16 FXX?

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What year was AY16 FXX registered?

AY16 FXX is a 2016 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 1 May 2016.

Is AY16 FXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY16 FXX shows 2 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 AY16 FXX have outstanding finance?

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