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SA16 DBM

2016 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

61,877 mi
Last recorded61,877 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 53058,616 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA16 DBM
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 61,877 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 54,321 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2023 50,653 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 45,129 miles

Offside Windscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 42,422 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view damage outside zone "A" just within 40mm limit (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2020 30,565 miles

Diesel emissions passed, 0.00K T/C electronic device was used

Fail 7 Aug 2020 30,565 miles

Diesel emissions passed, 0.00K T/C electronic device was used

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2019 18,206 miles

Advise early attention to bonnet open warning

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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SA16 DBM is a 2016 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 SA16 DBM, 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 SA16 DBM registered?

SA16 DBM is a 2016 BMW 530, first registered on 8 August 2016.

Is SA16 DBM safe to buy?

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