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LX16 VKB

2016 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

87,624 mi
Last recorded87,624 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 53555,295 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX16 VKB
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 87,624 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2025 77,547 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 74,420 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2023 69,724 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2023 69,724 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Oct 2022 64,611 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2022 64,611 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Sep 2021 57,108 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 52,013 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 46,825 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 41,846 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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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LX16 VKB is a 2016 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LX16 VKB, 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 LX16 VKB registered?

LX16 VKB is a 2016 BMW 535, first registered on 29 April 2016.

Is LX16 VKB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX16 VKB shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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