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SD16 HNF

2016 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,979 mi
Last recorded77,979 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 53058,616 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD16 HNF
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 12 Sep 2025 77,979 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2024 75,584 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2023 73,737 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2022 71,029 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 68,037 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2020 65,004 miles

Nearside Rear Outer brake pad not operating on complete disc surface, performance ok

Pass 5 Apr 2019 35,216 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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SD16 HNF is a 2016 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SD16 HNF, 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

How do I check the history of SD16 HNF?

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What year was SD16 HNF registered?

SD16 HNF is a 2016 BMW 530, first registered on 31 March 2016.

Is SD16 HNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD16 HNF shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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