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J70 GOT

2016 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

52,154 mi
Last recorded52,154 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ70 GOT
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 52,154 miles

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Look low but would require wheel removal for closer inspection (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2024 47,210 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2024 47,209 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords damaged Wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Aug 2023 42,423 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Very low , pad warning lamp possibly about to illuminate (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Requires replacement (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre wall kerb damage and possible repair !,requires immediate replacement see photos (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 36,626 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 32,299 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 22,188 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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J70 GOT is a 2016 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 J70 GOT, 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 J70 GOT?

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What year was J70 GOT registered?

J70 GOT is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 30 September 2016.

Is J70 GOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for J70 GOT shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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