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KU16 WNG

2016 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

157,773 mi
Last recorded157,773 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU16 WNG
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 157,773 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2024 156,090 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2024 155,814 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2023 147,872 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2023 133,260 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 115,757 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 100,980 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 18 Sep 2021 91,172 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 86,392 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2020 82,194 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 80,595 miles

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 4 Mar 2020 80,589 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both (5.3.2 (b))

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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KU16 WNG is a 2016 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 KU16 WNG, 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 KU16 WNG registered?

KU16 WNG is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 26 March 2016.

Is KU16 WNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU16 WNG shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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