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FV16 XCB

2016 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

107,525 mi
Last recorded107,525 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 53058,616 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV16 XCB
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 25 Oct 2025 107,525 miles

undertrays/outersill covers fitted

Pass 13 Nov 2024 100,802 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2023 82,430 miles

engine cover and under tray fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 17 Feb 2022 70,359 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 59,985 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 51,737 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 41,569 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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FV16 XCB is a 2016 BMW 530 in Grey 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 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 FV16 XCB, 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 FV16 XCB registered?

FV16 XCB is a 2016 BMW 530, first registered on 22 June 2016.

Is FV16 XCB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV16 XCB 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.

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