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BK66 MXW

2016 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

157,206 mi
Last recorded157,206 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK66 MXW
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 157,206 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 13 May 2026 157,206 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Nov 2025 153,110 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 151,111 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2024 146,074 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 143,062 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 137,071 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 134,065 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 132,032 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2022 131,707 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2021 124,859 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 111,815 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 2 Sep 2019 91,963 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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BK66 MXW is a 2016 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 BK66 MXW, 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 BK66 MXW registered?

BK66 MXW is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 17 September 2016.

Is BK66 MXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK66 MXW shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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