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RE16 FDU

2016 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jul 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

126,220 mi
Last recorded126,220 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE16 FDU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 126,220 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2025 106,657 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2024 88,314 miles

Front Service brake binding but not excessively both front (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 13 Jul 2024 88,314 miles

Front Service brake binding but not excessively both front (1.2.1 (f))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front window wipers (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2023 76,995 miles

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))

Pass 18 Jul 2022 70,141 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 60,869 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin pads low wear sensor close to disk (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2020 52,921 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 40,522 miles

Crack on windscreen, under rear view mirror mounting

Nearside Front Tyre wearing uneven on outer edge

Offside Front Tyre wearing uneven on outer edge

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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RE16 FDU is a 2016 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 RE16 FDU, 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 RE16 FDU?

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What year was RE16 FDU registered?

RE16 FDU is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 6 May 2016.

Is RE16 FDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE16 FDU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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