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OV66 LVN

2016 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

113,792 mi
Last recorded113,792 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV66 LVN
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 26 Sep 2025 113,792 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2024 91,008 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2023 56,163 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 38,104 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight damage to outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2021 31,715 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 25,845 miles

vehicle passed emissions test but no print out produced due to low emissions

Pass 23 Sep 2019 21,802 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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OV66 LVN is a 2016 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 OV66 LVN, 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 OV66 LVN?

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What year was OV66 LVN registered?

OV66 LVN is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 24 October 2016.

Is OV66 LVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV66 LVN shows 7 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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