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MX66 VDY

2016 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

128,016 mi
Last recorded128,016 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX66 VDY
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 128,016 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2025 124,017 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2024 120,301 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2023 113,656 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

rearmost rear diff mounting bush slightly split

Pass 25 Jan 2022 108,783 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2022 108,783 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear inner (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jan 2021 104,126 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2021 104,126 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Jan 2020 100,318 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 97,645 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2019 97,645 miles

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

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

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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MX66 VDY 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 72.7%.

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 MX66 VDY, 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 MX66 VDY registered?

MX66 VDY is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 1 September 2016.

Is MX66 VDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX66 VDY shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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