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AP16 CNZ

2016 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

88,723 mi
Last recorded88,723 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP16 CNZ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 88,723 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2024 73,078 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 57,027 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2023 57,027 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Sep 2021 46,244 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 41,127 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 35,085 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2020 27,057 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 22,733 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 21,930 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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AP16 CNZ is a 2016 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 AP16 CNZ, 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 AP16 CNZ?

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What year was AP16 CNZ registered?

AP16 CNZ is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 29 June 2016.

Is AP16 CNZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP16 CNZ shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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