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AK16 FWB

2016 BMW 525

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2024
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

98,610 mi
Last recorded98,610 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2023
Typical for 2016 BMW 52569,911 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK16 FWB
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2023 98,610 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 90,936 miles

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

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyre treads low on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Oct 2022 90,869 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyre treads low on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 83,447 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyre treads low (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 66,430 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 49,198 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

How Reliable is the BMW 525?

Based on 724,963 MOT tests across 56,965 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
7,259
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
56,965
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,171
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,448
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,227
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,065
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 9,710
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AK16 FWB is a 2016 BMW 525 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2016 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 69,911 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 525 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,171 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK16 FWB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 525 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 10 years old, this BMW 525 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AK16 FWB registered?

AK16 FWB is a 2016 BMW 525, first registered on 27 April 2016.

Is AK16 FWB safe to buy?

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