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PO16 VRX

2016 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

83,466 mi
Last recorded83,466 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO16 VRX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 83,466 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2025 79,273 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 75,011 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2024 72,781 miles

Undertrays fitted

Pass 9 Feb 2023 63,899 miles

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

Fail 7 Feb 2023 63,888 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure also worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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))

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

Pass 16 Feb 2022 55,935 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2021 48,432 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 43,471 miles

undertrays/covers fitted

Pass 21 Feb 2019 33,056 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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PO16 VRX 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 90%.

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 PO16 VRX, 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 PO16 VRX registered?

PO16 VRX is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 1 March 2016.

Is PO16 VRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for PO16 VRX shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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