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HJ16 CRU

2016 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

118,847 mi
Last recorded118,847 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ16 CRU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 118,847 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2026 118,847 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2025 103,762 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2024 86,654 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2023 72,038 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Fail 31 Jan 2023 72,037 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 1 Feb 2022 57,812 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 17 Feb 2021 47,396 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 43,345 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 36,389 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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HJ16 CRU is a 2016 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HJ16 CRU, 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 HJ16 CRU registered?

HJ16 CRU is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 24 March 2016.

Is HJ16 CRU safe to buy?

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