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OE16 WWY

2016 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

99,601 mi
Last recorded99,601 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE16 WWY
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 20 May 2026 99,601 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 21 May 2025 82,898 miles

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

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

Pass 17 May 2024 73,341 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 59,413 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 48,230 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 28,468 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2020 17,115 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 15,596 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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OE16 WWY is a 2016 BMW 520 in Grey 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 OE16 WWY, 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 OE16 WWY registered?

OE16 WWY is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 25 June 2016.

Is OE16 WWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE16 WWY 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.

Does OE16 WWY have outstanding finance?

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