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MD16 BJV

2016 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 May 2027
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

110,899 mi
Last recorded110,899 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMD16 BJV
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 110,899 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2026 110,776 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts worn on edge also cracking (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 2 May 2025 101,440 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front 245/45/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear 275/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 May 2024 93,648 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2023 83,338 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 75,303 miles

Full under trays fitted

Fail 27 Apr 2022 75,303 miles

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

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

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

Full under trays fitted

Pass 6 Jul 2021 65,968 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Jul 2021 65,853 miles

Electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2019 39,490 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Sep 2019 39,490 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (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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MD16 BJV is a 2016 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 MD16 BJV, 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 MD16 BJV registered?

MD16 BJV is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 8 June 2016.

Is MD16 BJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MD16 BJV shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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