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N44 MMS

2016 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Mar 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

93,794 mi
Last recorded93,794 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 53058,616 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN44 MMS
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 93,794 miles

Covers fitted to the underside and outer sills preventing a full inspection

Emissions tested and passed but DSM unable to register low reading

Fail 26 Mar 2026 93,794 miles

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

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

Covers fitted to the underside and outer sills preventing a full inspection

Emissions tested and passed but DSM unable to register low reading

Pass 12 Mar 2025 78,270 miles

The emission limits were met, but the DSM could not register the reading. various vehicle covers fitted not allowing full inspection.

Pass 14 Mar 2024 71,559 miles

Covers fitted to underside of vehicle not allowing full inspection

Emissions tested and passed but DSM unable to register low reading

Outer sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Unable to test engine oil temperature for emissions test

Fail 14 Mar 2024 71,559 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Covers fitted to underside of vehicle not allowing full inspection

Emissions tested and passed but DSM unable to register low reading

Outer sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Unable to test engine oil temperature for emissions test

Pass 9 Mar 2023 57,432 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Mar 2022 50,190 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 40,487 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

the emissions limits were tested and met but the DSM could not register the reading.

Pass 27 Mar 2020 36,059 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2019 28,120 miles

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

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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N44 MMS is a 2016 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 N44 MMS, 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.

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What year was N44 MMS registered?

N44 MMS is a 2016 BMW 530, first registered on 29 March 2016.

Is N44 MMS safe to buy?

The MOT history for N44 MMS shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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