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MF66 ZFU

2016 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,606 mi
Last recorded42,606 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF66 ZFU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 29 May 2026 42,606 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 29 May 2025 40,214 miles

Engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Undertrays fitted not allowing full insepction

Pass 31 May 2024 37,664 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Jun 2023 34,823 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 May 2022 29,110 miles

Engine bay covers are fitted to the vehicle

Undertrays are fitted to the vehicle

Pass 27 May 2021 26,453 miles

Engine bay covers are fitted to the vehicle

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre at 3mm - 275/40R18 99Y (5.2.3 (e))

Undertrays are fitted to the vehicle

Pass 9 Sep 2019 23,293 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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MF66 ZFU is a 2016 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MF66 ZFU, 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.

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What year was MF66 ZFU registered?

MF66 ZFU is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 29 September 2016.

Is MF66 ZFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF66 ZFU shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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