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AYZ 4278

2016 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

99,691 mi
Last recorded99,691 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 53555,295 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAYZ 4278
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 99,691 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2025 84,583 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2024 71,255 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2023 52,492 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2022 37,033 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2022 37,033 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jan 2021 21,554 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 16,886 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 13,010 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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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AYZ 4278 is a 2016 BMW 535 in Grey 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 AYZ 4278, 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 AYZ 4278 registered?

AYZ 4278 is a 2016 BMW 535, first registered on 1 September 2016.

Is AYZ 4278 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AYZ 4278 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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