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BG16 OTX

2016 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

174,231 mi
Last recorded174,231 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG16 OTX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 13 Apr 2026 174,231 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2026 173,249 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2025 172,341 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2025 169,011 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 167,183 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 164,067 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 163,047 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2023 162,550 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 161,318 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 143,442 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 123,644 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 108,941 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 84,455 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 44,039 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 30,056 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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BG16 OTX is a 2016 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 BG16 OTX, 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 BG16 OTX?

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What year was BG16 OTX registered?

BG16 OTX is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 29 April 2016.

Is BG16 OTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG16 OTX shows 15 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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