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BJ16 XLE

2016 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,296 mi
Last recorded28,296 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 53555,295 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ16 XLE
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 18 Jun 2026 28,296 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2025 24,981 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 21,329 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 17,976 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 16,797 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 13,208 miles

ALL 4 TYRES 6 YEAR OLD

Pass 24 Mar 2020 9,799 miles

full chassis undercover

inner and outer sill covers

Pass 18 Apr 2019 6,367 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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BJ16 XLE is a 2016 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BJ16 XLE, 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 BJ16 XLE registered?

BJ16 XLE is a 2016 BMW 535, first registered on 22 April 2016.

Is BJ16 XLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ16 XLE shows 8 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 BJ16 XLE have outstanding finance?

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