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AJ65 RAX

2016 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

183,337 mi
Last recorded183,337 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ65 RAX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 183,337 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 19 Mar 2025 176,922 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre screw in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2024 166,901 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2024 166,880 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Mar 2024 159,307 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2023 147,576 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 135,360 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2022 122,510 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2022 108,655 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2021 96,600 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 86,405 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2020 86,370 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2019 72,062 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 24 Jan 2019 68,656 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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AJ65 RAX is a 2016 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AJ65 RAX, 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

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What year was AJ65 RAX registered?

AJ65 RAX is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 29 January 2016.

Is AJ65 RAX safe to buy?

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