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LE16 MGV

2016 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2025
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

172,641 mi
Last recorded172,641 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2024
Typical for 2016 BMW 53555,295 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLE16 MGV
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2024 172,641 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Nov 2023 154,225 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Fail 8 Nov 2023 153,305 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Both rear bump stops poor condition

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 11 Nov 2022 132,709 miles

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 9 Nov 2022 132,709 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed Tyre has cords exposed around circumference of inner tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 9 Nov 2021 109,894 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 91,391 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Jul 2019 70,576 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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LE16 MGV is a 2016 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LE16 MGV, 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 LE16 MGV registered?

LE16 MGV is a 2016 BMW 535, first registered on 20 July 2016.

Is LE16 MGV safe to buy?

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