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KX16 VXE

2016 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

127,871 mi
Last recorded127,871 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX16 VXE
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 127,871 miles

both front tyres perished

nearside front bumper damaged

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 22 Apr 2025 119,391 miles

exhaust slightly corroded

Fail 22 Apr 2025 119,391 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

exhaust slightly corroded

slight play in offside front tie rod bushes

Pass 10 Apr 2024 111,142 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2024 111,142 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

offside rear tyre bald on inner edge

Pass 24 Apr 2023 104,736 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear both tyres worn inner edges

Pass 1 Mar 2022 97,013 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 89,594 miles

Both rear shock absorber gaiters insecure

Fail 3 Mar 2021 89,594 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/55R17 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Both rear shock absorber gaiters insecure

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/55R17 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 81,894 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2019 65,093 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nail in tyre - 225/55/17 97Y (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/55/17 97Y (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (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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KX16 VXE is a 2016 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 KX16 VXE, 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 KX16 VXE registered?

KX16 VXE is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 10 March 2016.

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The MOT history for KX16 VXE shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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