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DA16 RFZ

2016 BMW 525

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

125,179 mi
Last recorded125,179 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 52569,911 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA16 RFZ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 10 Sep 2025 125,179 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 112,638 miles

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225.55.17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Sep 2023 92,123 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225.55.17 approx 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 78,049 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225.55.17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Sep 2021 74,044 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm central tread band (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner rear brake pads appear low more detailed inspection required (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2020 59,852 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 49,395 miles

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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DA16 RFZ is a 2016 BMW 525 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DA16 RFZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DA16 RFZ registered?

DA16 RFZ is a 2016 BMW 525, first registered on 26 May 2016.

Is DA16 RFZ safe to buy?

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