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YC66 APX

2016 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

115,233 mi
Last recorded115,233 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 53058,616 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC66 APX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 115,233 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2026 115,233 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 1.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jan 2025 102,704 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2024 89,463 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Jan 2023 75,233 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 63,646 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 49,669 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 35,976 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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YC66 APX is a 2016 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YC66 APX, 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 YC66 APX?

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What year was YC66 APX registered?

YC66 APX is a 2016 BMW 530, first registered on 5 December 2016.

Is YC66 APX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC66 APX shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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