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LT16 EZM

2016 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

70,196 mi
Last recorded70,196 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT16 EZM
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 70,196 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2025 67,408 miles

engine cover and under trays fitted

Pass 20 Jul 2024 62,536 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2023 59,066 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2022 56,289 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 52,089 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 51,485 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also small cuts in tread (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also small cuts in tread (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 14 Feb 2020 47,232 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 28,418 miles

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

Fail 14 Feb 2019 28,418 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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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LT16 EZM is a 2016 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 LT16 EZM, 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 LT16 EZM registered?

LT16 EZM is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 11 March 2016.

Is LT16 EZM safe to buy?

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