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SW16 KKX

2016 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

94,924 mi
Last recorded94,924 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 53058,616 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW16 KKX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 23 Jan 2026 94,924 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2025 86,886 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 76,820 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 65,583 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 53,903 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2021 41,623 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2020 29,532 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 21,512 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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SW16 KKX is a 2016 BMW 530 in Blue 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 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 SW16 KKX, 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 SW16 KKX?

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What year was SW16 KKX registered?

SW16 KKX is a 2016 BMW 530, first registered on 8 June 2016.

Is SW16 KKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW16 KKX 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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