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BV16 UVM

2016 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

155,428 mi
Last recorded155,428 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 53058,616 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV16 UVM
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 7 May 2026 155,428 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated brake pads all round has 80% life (1.1.10 (f))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view at top nearside has cracked (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 May 2025 142,545 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 133,860 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 125,481 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 117,568 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 110,268 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2020 98,541 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 76,119 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 530?

Based on 801,983 MOT tests across 56,322 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
7,757
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
56,322
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 30,757
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,664
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 11,558
Brake pipe excessively corroded 10,764
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,374
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BV16 UVM is a 2016 BMW 530 in Silver 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 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 58,616 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 530 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 30,757 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BV16 UVM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 530 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 10 years old, this BMW 530 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BV16 UVM registered?

BV16 UVM is a 2016 BMW 530, first registered on 1 July 2016.

Is BV16 UVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV16 UVM 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.

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