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HV66 DNX

2016 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

64,253 mi
Last recorded64,253 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV66 DNX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 64,253 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2025 60,123 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 25 Mar 2024 52,442 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 47,728 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 40,762 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 35,440 miles

exhaust emissions too clean to record

Pass 9 Sep 2020 32,875 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level stop lamp has 1 bulb inoperative (multiple lamp unit), (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Sep 2020 32,875 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed tyre has cords exposed, 2.1mm and devoid of tread on inside edge (275/35RF19) (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (245/40RF19) (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level stop lamp has 1 bulb inoperative (multiple lamp unit), (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.1mm (275/35RF19) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Sep 2019 28,770 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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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HV66 DNX is a 2016 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 HV66 DNX, 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 HV66 DNX registered?

HV66 DNX is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 22 September 2016.

Is HV66 DNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV66 DNX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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