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FY16 NEN

2016 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

147,388 mi
Last recorded147,388 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 53555,295 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY16 NEN
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 147,388 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both shoulders (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 19 Dec 2024 137,437 miles

Engine undertray damaged

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Pads started to wear low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jan 2024 126,574 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Jan 2024 126,565 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2022 111,103 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2021 99,132 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Dec 2020 91,388 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))

Pass 16 Jan 2020 82,602 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

undertrays fitted

Pass 28 Feb 2019 64,704 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2019 64,558 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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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FY16 NEN is a 2016 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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

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 FY16 NEN, 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 FY16 NEN?

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What year was FY16 NEN registered?

FY16 NEN is a 2016 BMW 535, first registered on 25 March 2016.

Is FY16 NEN safe to buy?

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