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KO16 YOM

2016 BMW 520

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,415 mi
Last recorded71,415 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKO16 YOM
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 27 Jul 2026 71,415 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2025 70,359 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2024 68,516 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2023 66,995 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 64,231 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 61,718 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2020 58,353 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 43,578 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner pads on 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner pads on 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff seal leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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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KO16 YOM is a 2016 BMW 520 in White 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 KO16 YOM, 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 KO16 YOM registered?

KO16 YOM is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 28 July 2016.

Is KO16 YOM safe to buy?

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