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MM16 CXS

2016 BMW 520

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

117,563 mi
Last recorded117,563 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM16 CXS
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 117,563 miles
Fail 20 May 2026 117,563 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2025 98,977 miles
Pass 18 May 2024 84,147 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 72,173 miles

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

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

Offside Rear jacking block missing

Fail 22 May 2023 72,173 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear jacking block missing

Pass 5 May 2022 64,049 miles

Covers not allowing full inspection

Pass 21 May 2021 52,132 miles

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

Covers not allowing full inspection

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

Pass 15 May 2020 40,895 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2,4,3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3,2,2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3,4,3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2,2,3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 70% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Under body shields fitted not allowing inspection of some vehicle components

Pass 1 May 2019 27,497 miles

Rear rear diff bush split

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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MM16 CXS is a 2016 BMW 520 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MM16 CXS, 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 MM16 CXS registered?

MM16 CXS is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 24 May 2016.

Is MM16 CXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for MM16 CXS shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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