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LR16 XDA

2016 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 3000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

119,037 mi
Last recorded119,037 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 53555,295 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR16 XDA
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 119,037 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

both headlamp lens slightly defective-beam pattern ok

Fail 2 Apr 2026 119,037 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

both headlamp lens slightly defective-beam pattern ok

Pass 3 Apr 2025 113,200 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 18 Mar 2024 107,395 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both - lightly misted (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 8 Mar 2023 94,353 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2023 94,346 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 10 Mar 2022 83,416 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 11 Mar 2021 71,940 miles

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

Pass 29 Feb 2020 59,946 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2020 59,946 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2019 47,182 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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LR16 XDA is a 2016 BMW 535 in Grey with a 3,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 LR16 XDA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LR16 XDA registered?

LR16 XDA is a 2016 BMW 535, first registered on 24 March 2016.

Is LR16 XDA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR16 XDA shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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