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GY66 ZBJ

2016 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

145,207 mi
Last recorded145,207 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY66 ZBJ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 30 Nov 2025 145,207 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2024 131,528 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Pass 9 Dec 2023 107,403 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 95,641 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 83,666 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2020 71,796 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 60,769 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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GY66 ZBJ is a 2016 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ZBJ, 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 ZBJ registered?

GY66 ZBJ is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 7 December 2016.

Is GY66 ZBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY66 ZBJ shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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