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MX66 VOT

2016 BMW 520

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

124,828 mi
Last recorded124,828 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX66 VOT
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2026 124,828 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Jun 2025 116,634 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2024 106,362 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2024 106,362 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/55r17 runflat (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension bellows leaking (5.3.5 (c))

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

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2023 88,974 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

TPMS on

Pass 17 Aug 2022 71,823 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2021 60,019 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also worn on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 3 Sep 2021 60,014 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also worn on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Aug 2020 52,256 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2019 38,539 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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MX66 VOT 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 MX66 VOT, 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 VOT registered?

MX66 VOT is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 6 September 2016.

Is MX66 VOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX66 VOT 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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