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F17 MOH

2016 BMW 520

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

122,826 mi
Last recorded122,826 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF17 MOH
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2026 122,826 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively BOTH sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front inner arch liner insecure but doesn't foul wheel

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

Fail 6 Jun 2026 122,826 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively BOTH sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front inner arch liner insecure but doesn't foul wheel

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

Pass 4 Jun 2025 107,439 miles

Nearside Front Inner arch liner insecure but doesn't foul wheel

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2024 93,150 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear diff oil leak but not excessive

Pass 23 May 2023 84,196 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 77,186 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))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 64,609 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2020 49,899 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2020 49,847 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2019 35,669 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2019 35,669 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (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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F17 MOH is a 2016 BMW 520 in White 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 F17 MOH, 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 F17 MOH registered?

F17 MOH is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 29 April 2016.

Is F17 MOH safe to buy?

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