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HY66 SDX

2016 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,449 mi
Last recorded78,449 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY66 SDX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 13 Jul 2026 78,449 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))

Pass 10 Jul 2025 70,319 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 64,600 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 59,446 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2022 51,542 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Diff front oil seal weeping (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 43,917 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin slightly low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

rear differential/propshaft seal leaking

Pass 4 Sep 2020 37,069 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 30,749 miles

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

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

rear tyres worn almost to 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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HY66 SDX is a 2016 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HY66 SDX, 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 HY66 SDX?

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What year was HY66 SDX registered?

HY66 SDX is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 6 September 2016.

Is HY66 SDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY66 SDX shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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