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KP16 ODH

2016 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

201,962 mi
Last recorded201,962 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP16 ODH
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 201,962 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2026 201,962 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Jun 2025 183,144 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 181,701 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 158,844 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 118,723 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 118,207 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 115,741 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 87,607 miles

Nearside Rear tyre tread 2mm

Offside Front tyre tread 2mm bald inner edge

Oil leak, but not excessive Differential 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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KP16 ODH 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 KP16 ODH, 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.

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What year was KP16 ODH registered?

KP16 ODH is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 30 March 2016.

Is KP16 ODH safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP16 ODH 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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