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RE16 VZV

2016 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

125,175 mi
Last recorded125,175 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE16 VZV
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 20 Jul 2026 125,175 miles

Tyre slightly damaged nsf, nsr tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2025 115,942 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged nsf, nsr, osr tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Jul 2024 105,619 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jul 2023 99,797 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 91,060 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 83,982 miles

Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear light lense cracked

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2020 66,825 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 55,685 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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RE16 VZV is a 2016 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 RE16 VZV, 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 RE16 VZV registered?

RE16 VZV is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 15 June 2016.

Is RE16 VZV safe to buy?

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