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SG16 BNZ

2016 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

167,004 mi
Last recorded167,004 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 53555,295 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG16 BNZ
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 7 Mar 2026 167,004 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2025 148,792 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2024 135,039 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2023 120,998 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 115,392 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 108,952 miles

Slight play in both steering track rods

Pass 9 Mar 2020 95,453 miles

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

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

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play Trackrod end (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2019 76,940 miles

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

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

How Reliable is the BMW 535?

Based on 216,162 MOT tests across 18,035 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
7,094
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
18,035
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,346
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,237
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,669
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,608
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,438
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SG16 BNZ is a 2016 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 55,295 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 535 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,346 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SG16 BNZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 535 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 10 years old, this BMW 535 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SG16 BNZ?

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What year was SG16 BNZ registered?

SG16 BNZ is a 2016 BMW 535, first registered on 7 March 2016.

Is SG16 BNZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG16 BNZ shows 8 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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