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AY65 EXS

2016 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

82,329 mi
Last recorded82,329 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 53555,295 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY65 EXS
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 82,329 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Jan 2025 75,951 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Feb 2024 68,251 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 60,975 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 26 Jan 2023 60,958 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Feb 2022 53,305 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 40,207 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 33,866 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 23,546 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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AY65 EXS is a 2016 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2016 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 55,295 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AY65 EXS, 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 10 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 AY65 EXS registered?

AY65 EXS is a 2016 BMW 535, first registered on 18 February 2016.

Is AY65 EXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY65 EXS shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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