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KW66 YKU

2016 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

69,108 mi
Last recorded69,108 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 53058,616 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW66 YKU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 69,108 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2025 63,058 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 55,619 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 48,736 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 43,740 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 38,837 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2021 38,835 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads getting low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Dec 2019 28,362 miles

Central Rear damage to heat shields and under trays

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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KW66 YKU 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 KW66 YKU, 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

How do I check the history of KW66 YKU?

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What year was KW66 YKU registered?

KW66 YKU is a 2016 BMW 530, first registered on 20 December 2016.

Is KW66 YKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW66 YKU 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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