CarVerify

Free Car Check

C16 CNM

2023 BMW 520

Blue Electric
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

31,242 mi
Last recorded31,242 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationC16 CNM
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2023
ColourBlue
Fuel typeElectric

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 31,242 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2025 111,596 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2024 97,746 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 92,653 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 87,356 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 76,971 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 68,339 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 23 Jul 2019 59,519 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 47,544 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2017 39,760 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 29,274 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2016 29,274 miles

Nearside Rear Air suspension unit deteriorated and likely to fail (2.4.D.1b)

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
Full BMW 520 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

C16 CNM is a 2023 BMW 520 in Blue. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 C16 CNM, 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 3 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 C16 CNM?

You can check the full history of C16 CNM by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was C16 CNM registered?

C16 CNM is a 2023 BMW 520, first registered on 27 April 2023.

Is C16 CNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for C16 CNM shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C16 CNM have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on C16 CNM. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.