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GY66 EHM

2016 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Apr 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

99,010 mi
Last recorded99,010 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY66 EHM
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 99,010 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2025 90,227 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2024 80,653 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 29 Apr 2023 73,558 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2022 66,376 miles

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

Fail 30 Apr 2022 66,372 miles

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 1 May 2021 59,848 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

undertray fitted

Pass 20 May 2020 52,826 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 49,415 miles

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

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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GY66 EHM 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 GY66 EHM, 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 GY66 EHM registered?

GY66 EHM is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 30 September 2016.

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