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KF16 DUJ

2016 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

128,663 mi
Last recorded128,663 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 52569,911 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF16 DUJ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 128,663 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2024 115,907 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2023 115,573 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2023 115,572 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Pass 18 Jun 2022 114,162 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2021 108,151 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2020 104,871 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 101,641 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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KF16 DUJ is a 2016 BMW 525 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 KF16 DUJ, 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 KF16 DUJ registered?

KF16 DUJ is a 2016 BMW 525, first registered on 4 July 2016.

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