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DB07 CHB

2016 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

94,949 mi
Last recorded94,949 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDB07 CHB
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 94,949 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2024 90,677 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2023 80,216 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2023 80,216 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Dec 2022 62,099 miles

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

engine bonnet rams weak

Pass 15 Dec 2021 42,788 miles

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

Zero Emissions Recorded

Fail 15 Dec 2021 42,788 miles

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

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Zero Emissions Recorded

Pass 11 Dec 2020 30,107 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 29,260 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 29 Aug 2019 22,122 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2019 22,121 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6 mm (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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DB07 CHB is a 2016 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DB07 CHB, 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 DB07 CHB registered?

DB07 CHB is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 7 September 2016.

Is DB07 CHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DB07 CHB shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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