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BW66 KPA

2016 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

165,369 mi
Last recorded165,369 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW66 KPA
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 165,369 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2025 159,789 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect n/s & o/s (5.3.2 (d))

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

Fail 27 May 2025 159,772 miles

Exhaust diesel particulate filter shows evidence of tampering. (8.2.2.1 (c))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect n/s & o/s (5.3.2 (d))

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

Pass 28 May 2024 122,837 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s & o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s & o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Dec 2023 120,167 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2022 108,191 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Dec 2021 97,338 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2020 81,583 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2019 64,790 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Outer Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Light slightly cracked (4.3.1 (b) (i))

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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BW66 KPA is a 2016 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BW66 KPA, 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.

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BW66 KPA is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 16 December 2016.

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