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T16 SPM

2013 BMW 530

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

142,311 mi
Last recorded142,311 miles
Recorded on10 May 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 53079,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT16 SPM
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 May 2026 142,311 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S and O/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Undertrays fitted

Pass 24 Apr 2025 127,533 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2024 120,623 miles

Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush nearside/offside (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 18 Feb 2023 108,002 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2022 100,741 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 79,886 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2019 68,658 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 57,452 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Jul 2018 57,452 miles

Emissions not tested oil level over filled (8.2.2.2 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jul 2017 49,543 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 18 Jul 2016 43,907 miles

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

covers & trays fitted

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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T16 SPM is a 2013 BMW 530 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2013 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 79,457 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 T16 SPM, 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 13 years old, this BMW 530 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was T16 SPM registered?

T16 SPM is a 2013 BMW 530, first registered on 31 July 2013.

Is T16 SPM safe to buy?

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