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YK16 EWZ

2016 BMW 535

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

116,043 mi
Last recorded116,043 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 53555,295 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK16 EWZ
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Fail 11 Aug 2026 116,043 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2025 106,733 miles

Nearside Rear tyre bald on inner edge ,advise replacement a.s.a.p

Offside Rear tyre bald on inner edge ,advise replacement a.s.a.p

Pass 6 Aug 2024 94,128 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 6 Aug 2024 94,128 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Aug 2023 82,026 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (advise replacement a.s.a.p) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (advise replacement a.s.a.p) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Aug 2022 70,924 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 59,690 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2020 56,324 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 43,089 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 34,414 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 535?

Based on 216,162 MOT tests across 18,035 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
7,094
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
18,035
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,346
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,237
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,669
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,608
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,438
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YK16 EWZ is a 2016 BMW 535 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2016 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 55,295 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 535 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,346 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YK16 EWZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 535 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 10 years old, this BMW 535 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YK16 EWZ registered?

YK16 EWZ is a 2016 BMW 535, first registered on 16 March 2016.

Is YK16 EWZ safe to buy?

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