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FM65 XRL

2016 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

109,101 mi
Last recorded109,101 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 53058,616 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM65 XRL
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 22 Sep 2025 109,101 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 19 Sep 2024 102,462 miles

Engine cover and Undertrays fitted.

Pass 19 Sep 2023 93,955 miles

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

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

engine cover and undertray fitted

Pass 23 Sep 2022 87,437 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 135,851 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2019 79,145 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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FM65 XRL is a 2016 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 FM65 XRL, 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

How do I check the history of FM65 XRL?

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What year was FM65 XRL registered?

FM65 XRL is a 2016 BMW 530, first registered on 29 January 2016.

Is FM65 XRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM65 XRL shows 6 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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