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HN66 OTU

2016 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

84,676 mi
Last recorded84,676 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN66 OTU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 84,676 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2024 66,552 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 61,631 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 59,901 miles

Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated switch damaged but still works (1.1.6 (d))

Fail 24 Mar 2023 59,901 miles

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

Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated switch damaged but still works (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 10 Feb 2022 49,485 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2022 49,485 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2021 41,423 miles

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

Fail 18 Mar 2021 41,423 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 12 Feb 2020 34,556 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2019 34,309 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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HN66 OTU is a 2016 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 HN66 OTU, 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 HN66 OTU registered?

HN66 OTU is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 30 November 2016.

Is HN66 OTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HN66 OTU shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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