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GM16 YMG

2016 BMW 535

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

71,323 mi
Last recorded71,323 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 53555,295 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGM16 YMG
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 71,323 miles

Front wipers smearing slightly

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear diff pinion (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Apr 2026 71,291 miles

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

Front wipers smearing slightly

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear diff pinion (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2025 62,978 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Thrust arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Thrust arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff pinion seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2024 55,582 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON 2MM (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive DIFF PINION SEAL (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2023 48,823 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 40,653 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 36,519 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2020 33,330 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 30,667 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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GM16 YMG is a 2016 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 GM16 YMG, 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.

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What year was GM16 YMG registered?

GM16 YMG is a 2016 BMW 535, first registered on 30 June 2016.

Is GM16 YMG safe to buy?

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