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HT16 ZTJ

2016 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2024
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

147,563 mi
Last recorded147,563 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2023
Typical for 2016 BMW 53058,616 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT16 ZTJ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2023 147,563 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 116,231 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2021 89,621 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad wear sensor wiring broken (causing warning lamp to illuminate) - Pads still in very good condition.

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very close to legal limit / wearing badly on inner edge - Advise replacement at earliest convenience (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 18 Oct 2021 89,621 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad wear sensor wiring broken (causing warning lamp to illuminate) - Pads still in very good condition.

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very close to legal limit / wearing badly on inner edge - Advise replacement at earliest convenience (5.2.3 (e))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2020 62,943 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2019 40,923 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))

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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HT16 ZTJ 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 83.3%.

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 HT16 ZTJ, 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 HT16 ZTJ registered?

HT16 ZTJ is a 2016 BMW 530, first registered on 9 August 2016.

Is HT16 ZTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HT16 ZTJ shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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