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FD16 URX

2016 BMW 528

Grey Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

81,324 mi
Last recorded81,324 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 52840,664 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD16 URX
MakeBMW
Model528
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 81,324 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 75,528 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2023 67,017 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2023 67,017 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Sep 2022 58,290 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 52,735 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 45,241 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 30,989 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 528?

Based on 168,696 MOT tests across 14,467 vehicles.

70.0%
Pass Rate
5,637
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
14,467
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 11,782
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,791
parking brake recording little or no effort 6,746
Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,749
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,592
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FD16 URX is a 2016 BMW 528 in Grey with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2016 BMW 528 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.6% with a typical mileage of 40,664 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 528 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 11,782 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FD16 URX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 528 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 10 years old, this BMW 528 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FD16 URX?

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What year was FD16 URX registered?

FD16 URX is a 2016 BMW 528, first registered on 28 April 2016.

Is FD16 URX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD16 URX shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FD16 URX have outstanding finance?

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