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LA 16

2014 BMW 530

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

149,463 mi
Last recorded149,463 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2014 BMW 53070,902 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA 16
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2014
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 149,463 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 142,037 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 140,403 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 138,300 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2021 134,850 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2020 133,492 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 119,950 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 113,811 miles

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Fail 17 Aug 2018 113,811 miles

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not functioning at all (4.10 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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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LA 16 is a 2014 BMW 530 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2014 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 70,902 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 LA 16, 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 12 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 LA 16?

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What year was LA 16 registered?

LA 16 is a 2014 BMW 530, first registered on 1 November 2014.

Is LA 16 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA 16 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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