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PN66 AEY

2016 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

149,802 mi
Last recorded149,802 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN66 AEY
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 149,802 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2025 137,536 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 128,518 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively n/s and o/s lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn suspension arm, lower shock pin bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn suspension arm , lower shock pin and bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2023 115,237 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2022 97,976 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 75,379 miles

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

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

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides strongly advice (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 29 Jun 2021 75,379 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides strongly advice (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2020 52,340 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2019 45,775 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2019 45,774 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very near cords (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre warning light on

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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PN66 AEY is a 2016 BMW 520 in Blue 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 PN66 AEY, 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 PN66 AEY?

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What year was PN66 AEY registered?

PN66 AEY is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 9 September 2016.

Is PN66 AEY safe to buy?

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