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FD66 FZN

2016 BMW 530

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

54,155 mi
Last recorded54,155 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 53058,616 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD66 FZN
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 54,155 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2025 48,613 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 3 Sep 2025 48,613 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2023 31,088 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2023 31,087 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Oct 2022 22,329 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test Mirror hanger removed obstructing driver view of the road

Pass 20 Oct 2021 17,067 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 13,521 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 10,889 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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FD66 FZN is a 2016 BMW 530 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FD66 FZN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FD66 FZN registered?

FD66 FZN is a 2016 BMW 530, first registered on 25 October 2016.

Is FD66 FZN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD66 FZN shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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