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A5 OBA

2016 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,496 mi
Last recorded60,496 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 53058,616 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 OBA
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 17 Dec 2025 60,496 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2024 54,170 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2024 45,644 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2023 43,183 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 42,985 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2021 34,186 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2020 27,275 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 15,503 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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A5 OBA is a 2016 BMW 530 in Blue 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 A5 OBA, 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 A5 OBA?

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What year was A5 OBA registered?

A5 OBA is a 2016 BMW 530, first registered on 30 September 2016.

Is A5 OBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 OBA shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A5 OBA have outstanding finance?

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