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VU16 KNY

2016 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Mar 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,831 mi
Last recorded54,831 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 53058,616 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU16 KNY
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 17 Mar 2026 54,831 miles

Central Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2025 50,328 miles

Central Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2024 45,213 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Rear reflector insecure Cracked/damaged (4.8.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2023 40,162 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 35,202 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Mar 2021 30,560 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2020 27,248 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 20,904 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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VU16 KNY is a 2016 BMW 530 in Silver 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 VU16 KNY, 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

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What year was VU16 KNY registered?

VU16 KNY is a 2016 BMW 530, first registered on 16 March 2016.

Is VU16 KNY safe to buy?

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