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GF66 VKK

2016 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

106,036 mi
Last recorded106,036 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 53058,616 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF66 VKK
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2025 106,036 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 7 Dec 2024 100,006 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Dec 2023 91,952 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Dec 2022 86,125 miles

Nearside & Offside Rear Tyres wearing low (close to 2mm marker)

Pass 4 Dec 2021 78,417 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 72,303 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2020 116,269 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Dec 2019 65,309 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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GF66 VKK is a 2016 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GF66 VKK, 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.

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What year was GF66 VKK registered?

GF66 VKK is a 2016 BMW 530, first registered on 31 October 2016.

Is GF66 VKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF66 VKK shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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