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GF66 UPO

2016 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

267,899 mi
Last recorded267,899 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF66 UPO
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 267,899 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2024 239,719 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2023 189,807 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2022 157,367 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 115,513 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 86,627 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2020 86,627 miles

Front Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick offside and nearside (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick offside and (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jan 2020 81,004 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 78,543 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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GF66 UPO is a 2016 BMW 520 in Grey 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 GF66 UPO, 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 GF66 UPO?

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What year was GF66 UPO registered?

GF66 UPO is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 5 December 2016.

Is GF66 UPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF66 UPO 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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