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A9 WKM

2016 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

151,905 mi
Last recorded151,905 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 53058,616 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA9 WKM
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 151,905 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2024 145,182 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2023 139,802 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2022 132,575 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside and offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2021 124,189 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge JUST UNDER 2MM (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge JUST UNDER 2MM (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Nov 2020 114,952 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 106,238 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 99,672 miles

Offside rear shock absorber body slightly contaminated with oil from an unknown source

Fail 19 Oct 2018 99,671 miles

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

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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A9 WKM is a 2016 BMW 530 in Blue 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 A9 WKM, 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.

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What year was A9 WKM registered?

A9 WKM is a 2016 BMW 530, first registered on 12 February 2016.

Is A9 WKM safe to buy?

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