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BN16 GHH

2016 BMW 520

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

82,136 mi
Last recorded82,136 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN16 GHH
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2026 82,136 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 20 Feb 2025 78,910 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 72,393 miles

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

Fail 20 Feb 2024 72,386 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 245-45-18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 275-40-18 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 24 Mar 2023 66,745 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2022 59,267 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm and cut in tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Mar 2021 51,873 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 45,496 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 35,019 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 29,832 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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BN16 GHH is a 2016 BMW 520 in White 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 BN16 GHH, 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 BN16 GHH registered?

BN16 GHH is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 8 April 2016.

Is BN16 GHH safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN16 GHH 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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