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HJ66 GPY

2016 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

70,796 mi
Last recorded70,796 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ66 GPY
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2026 70,796 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2025 64,221 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective slight moisture on lens, light output not reduced (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 May 2025 64,067 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 58,424 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.5mm, wearing smooth on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm, wearing slightly on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge just over 3mm, wearing smooth on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.5mm, wearing slightly on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Sep 2023 50,493 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 40,778 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2021 34,012 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2020 26,821 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2020 26,821 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2019 20,934 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

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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HJ66 GPY 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 90%.

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 HJ66 GPY, 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 HJ66 GPY registered?

HJ66 GPY is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 23 September 2016.

Is HJ66 GPY safe to buy?

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