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SN16 VWE

2016 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,609 mi
Last recorded53,609 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW M540,393 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN16 VWE
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,395cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 9 Feb 2026 53,609 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2024 53,021 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2023 50,545 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Dec 2022 45,409 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Dec 2021 39,294 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Dec 2020 34,478 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 32,681 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 28,499 miles

Both front tyres on 3mm and worn on edges.

Both rear tyres worn on inner edges.

Undertrays fitted.

How Reliable is the BMW M5?

Based on 93,993 MOT tests across 8,068 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
3,845
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
8,068
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,017
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,177
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 883
Headlamp aim too low 833
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 807
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SN16 VWE is a 2016 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.9% with a typical mileage of 40,393 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW M5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,017 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SN16 VWE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW M5 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 10 years old, this BMW M5 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SN16 VWE registered?

SN16 VWE is a 2016 BMW M5, first registered on 14 March 2016.

Is SN16 VWE safe to buy?

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