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PY66 DXV

2016 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

120,480 mi
Last recorded120,480 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY66 DXV
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 13 Nov 2025 120,480 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 22 Nov 2024 112,394 miles

under trays prevent full inspection

Pass 27 Nov 2023 101,434 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

under tray cover preventing full inspection

Pass 22 Nov 2022 92,365 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2021 84,339 miles

Engine cover and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Offside Front Damaged, not likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted

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

Pass 25 Nov 2020 77,648 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

•Engine cover and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 4 Nov 2019 59,326 miles

Engine cover and under trays fitted not allowing fill inspection

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Getting low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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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PY66 DXV is a 2016 BMW 520 in Black 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 PY66 DXV, 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 PY66 DXV registered?

PY66 DXV is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 30 November 2016.

Is PY66 DXV safe to buy?

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