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GN16 EUC

2016 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

151,549 mi
Last recorded151,549 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN16 EUC
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 151,549 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2025 139,660 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2025 136,658 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2024 126,371 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2023 111,613 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Pad sensor damaged

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff small leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2022 91,957 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 67,963 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2019 55,776 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2018 47,249 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

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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GN16 EUC 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 GN16 EUC, 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 GN16 EUC?

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What year was GN16 EUC registered?

GN16 EUC is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 3 March 2016.

Is GN16 EUC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN16 EUC 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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