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DA66 RCU

2016 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

145,077 mi
Last recorded145,077 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA66 RCU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 145,077 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Jul 2025 134,469 miles

Nearside and offside rear shock absorber plastic dust covers loose

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

Pass 23 Jul 2024 129,664 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 123,829 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 120,147 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 116,088 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 106,815 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2019 85,259 miles

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

Fail 15 Aug 2019 85,259 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

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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DA66 RCU is a 2016 BMW 520 in Black 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 DA66 RCU, 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 DA66 RCU registered?

DA66 RCU is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 19 October 2016.

Is DA66 RCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA66 RCU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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