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HT16 UKC

2016 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Dec 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

56,545 mi
Last recorded56,545 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT16 UKC
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 56,545 miles

Offside Front Lower Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Dec 2024 49,698 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2024 49,698 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2023 44,515 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2022 37,963 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 34,248 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2021 34,248 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 30,772 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 24,343 miles

Rear tyres close to 2mm wear bars

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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HT16 UKC is a 2016 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 HT16 UKC, 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

How do I check the history of HT16 UKC?

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What year was HT16 UKC registered?

HT16 UKC is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 22 July 2016.

Is HT16 UKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for HT16 UKC shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HT16 UKC have outstanding finance?

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