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RK16 SUV

2016 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

84,601 mi
Last recorded84,601 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 53058,616 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK16 SUV
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 84,601 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))

Pass 13 May 2025 80,174 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively o/s/f & n/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective water ingress (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most arm, shock absorber mounting bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cuts in tread area (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most arm, shock absorber mounting bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 6 May 2025 80,152 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure side wall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively o/s/f & n/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective water ingress (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most arm, shock absorber mounting bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cuts in tread area (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most arm, shock absorber mounting bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2024 75,723 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2023 68,271 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 58,029 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 50,598 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 49,875 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 44,261 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 32,627 miles

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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RK16 SUV is a 2016 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 RK16 SUV, 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 RK16 SUV registered?

RK16 SUV is a 2016 BMW 530, first registered on 12 March 2016.

Is RK16 SUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK16 SUV shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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