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PL66 XFF

2016 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

80,658 mi
Last recorded80,658 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 53058,616 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL66 XFF
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 80,658 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2025 72,690 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm 275/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm 275/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 May 2024 64,522 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 58,152 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2022 53,189 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2022 53,188 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 275/40 18 RF (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing LOW AT EDGES (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

TPMS on

Pass 19 Aug 2021 48,250 miles

Engine cover and under try s fitted

Pass 4 Aug 2020 41,116 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 37,928 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2019 37,926 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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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PL66 XFF is a 2016 BMW 530 in Grey 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 PL66 XFF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PL66 XFF registered?

PL66 XFF is a 2016 BMW 530, first registered on 20 December 2016.

Is PL66 XFF safe to buy?

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