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M1 UKM

2016 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

121,828 mi
Last recorded121,828 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM1 UKM
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2025 121,828 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 111,370 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2024 102,867 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 94,269 miles

undertrays fitted

Fail 24 Mar 2023 94,269 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

undertrays fitted

Pass 19 Mar 2022 84,185 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2021 76,067 miles

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

rear inner brake pads look low

Pass 6 Apr 2020 68,803 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 66,871 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 66,820 miles

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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M1 UKM is a 2016 BMW 520 in Grey 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 M1 UKM, 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 M1 UKM registered?

M1 UKM is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 29 December 2016.

Is M1 UKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for M1 UKM shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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