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FM16 LXN

2016 BMW 535

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,880 mi
Last recorded39,880 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 53555,295 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM16 LXN
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 10 Dec 2025 39,880 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2024 34,987 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2023 30,490 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2022 27,687 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2021 25,679 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 22,661 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 19 Jun 2019 17,171 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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FM16 LXN is a 2016 BMW 535 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 FM16 LXN, 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

How do I check the history of FM16 LXN?

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What year was FM16 LXN registered?

FM16 LXN is a 2016 BMW 535, first registered on 30 June 2016.

Is FM16 LXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM16 LXN shows 7 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 FM16 LXN have outstanding finance?

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