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NJ66 RVM

2016 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,768 mi
Last recorded71,768 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ66 RVM
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 27 Jun 2026 71,768 miles

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

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

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

Oil obscuring all brake components

Pass 19 Sep 2025 62,854 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2024 51,153 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2023 42,110 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2022 36,357 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2021 27,963 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2020 19,666 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2019 14,747 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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NJ66 RVM is a 2016 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 NJ66 RVM, 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 NJ66 RVM?

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What year was NJ66 RVM registered?

NJ66 RVM is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 30 November 2016.

Is NJ66 RVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJ66 RVM shows 8 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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