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BW65 YGP

2016 BMW 520

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

113,240 mi
Last recorded113,240 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW65 YGP
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 113,240 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2025 104,479 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2025 104,473 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Mar 2024 94,047 miles

Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 1 Apr 2023 86,233 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on edges, 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on edges, 3.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Mar 2022 76,912 miles

Engine covers fitted, unable to fully inspect.

Under trays fitted, unable to fully inspect.

Pass 12 Mar 2021 64,814 miles

Engine covers fitted, unable to fully inspect.

Under trays fitted, unable to fully inspect.

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in windscreen, zone A. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2020 52,052 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 51,709 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 43,760 miles

Front advise both tyres worn on outer edge

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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BW65 YGP 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 BW65 YGP, 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 BW65 YGP registered?

BW65 YGP is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 12 February 2016.

Is BW65 YGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW65 YGP 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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