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AF66 ZBT

2016 BMW 520

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

118,777 mi
Last recorded118,777 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF66 ZBT
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 5 Aug 2026 118,777 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2025 118,432 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2024 110,615 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2023 102,362 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2022 94,252 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Oct 2021 84,972 miles

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

brake vibration nearside front

Pass 26 Oct 2020 77,356 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2019 72,079 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 520?

Based on 1,661,806 MOT tests across 152,584 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
7,968
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
152,584
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 47,121
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,647
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,724
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 15,884
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 14,720
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AF66 ZBT is a 2016 BMW 520 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 62,606 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 520 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 47,121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF66 ZBT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 520 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 10 years old, this BMW 520 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AF66 ZBT?

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What year was AF66 ZBT registered?

AF66 ZBT is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 1 November 2016.

Is AF66 ZBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF66 ZBT shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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