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YK16 LAF

2016 BMW 530

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

95,676 mi
Last recorded95,676 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 53058,616 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK16 LAF
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 95,676 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin rear brake pads wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2025 84,972 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2024 74,158 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 67,327 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 62,756 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 58,077 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 52,830 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 36,024 miles

osf tyre worn on edges

Fail 28 Jun 2019 35,893 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2753519 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

osf tyre worn on edges

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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YK16 LAF is a 2016 BMW 530 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YK16 LAF, 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 YK16 LAF registered?

YK16 LAF is a 2016 BMW 530, first registered on 15 July 2016.

Is YK16 LAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK16 LAF shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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