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FC16 FTD

2016 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

124,754 mi
Last recorded124,754 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFC16 FTD
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 124,754 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2025 120,259 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 113,651 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2023 107,214 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 99,515 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2021 90,191 miles

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

under tray fitting

Fail 14 Aug 2021 90,191 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

under tray fitting

Pass 14 Aug 2020 86,925 miles

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

Nearside Front wiper starting to leave smears

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

Offside Front wiper starting to leave smears

Pass 16 Jul 2019 70,035 miles

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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FC16 FTD is a 2016 BMW 520 in Blue 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 FC16 FTD, 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

How do I check the history of FC16 FTD?

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What year was FC16 FTD registered?

FC16 FTD is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 15 August 2016.

Is FC16 FTD safe to buy?

The MOT history for FC16 FTD 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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