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MK16 YNL

2016 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

91,257 mi
Last recorded91,257 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK16 YNL
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 91,257 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 8 Nov 2024 77,913 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2024 70,993 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2024 70,987 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Jan 2023 60,114 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2022 51,061 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 42,413 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2020 32,934 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 31,922 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 26,926 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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MK16 YNL 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 MK16 YNL, 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

How do I check the history of MK16 YNL?

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What year was MK16 YNL registered?

MK16 YNL is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 1 March 2016.

Is MK16 YNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK16 YNL 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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