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RX16 LZS

2016 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

102,185 mi
Last recorded102,185 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 53058,616 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX16 LZS
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 102,185 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Front brake pad wear wire broken

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 22 Jul 2026 102,154 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

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

Offside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Front brake pad wear wire broken

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Aug 2025 88,309 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 73,141 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2024 73,141 miles

Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2023 68,090 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 61,326 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 59,180 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 3 Mar 2021 52,158 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 47,438 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 42,617 miles

Both front tyres on 3mm.

Undertrays fitted.

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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RX16 LZS is a 2016 BMW 530 in Black 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 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 RX16 LZS, 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 RX16 LZS registered?

RX16 LZS is a 2016 BMW 530, first registered on 5 March 2016.

Is RX16 LZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX16 LZS 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.

Does RX16 LZS have outstanding finance?

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