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YG16 YMV

2016 BMW 530

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

86,805 mi
Last recorded86,805 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 53058,616 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG16 YMV
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 86,805 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 76,497 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2023 64,681 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front wiper blade slightly smeary

Fail 19 Sep 2023 64,516 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front wiper blade slightly smeary

Pass 10 Oct 2022 53,655 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 43,209 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 32,803 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2019 24,071 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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YG16 YMV is a 2016 BMW 530 in White 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 YG16 YMV, 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 YG16 YMV?

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What year was YG16 YMV registered?

YG16 YMV is a 2016 BMW 530, first registered on 26 April 2016.

Is YG16 YMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG16 YMV 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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