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DS16 KAA

2016 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

191,735 mi
Last recorded191,735 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 53058,616 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS16 KAA
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 191,735 miles

Nearside Front back plate loose

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2024 185,163 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing plus low (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing plus low (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2023 170,830 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 134,947 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 17 May 2021 103,386 miles

Nearside Front out of shape

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 May 2021 103,386 miles

Nearside Front out of shape

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 May 2020 77,614 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2019 51,086 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged small cut on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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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DS16 KAA is a 2016 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DS16 KAA, 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 DS16 KAA registered?

DS16 KAA is a 2016 BMW 530, first registered on 15 April 2016.

Is DS16 KAA safe to buy?

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