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RE66 LZB

2017 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

97,516 mi
Last recorded97,516 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW 52059,488 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE66 LZB
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 97,516 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2025 96,460 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 22 Jan 2024 90,493 miles

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Jan 2023 82,915 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Feb 2022 75,908 miles

Under-trays/covers fitted.

Pass 4 Feb 2021 69,526 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 4 Feb 2021 69,524 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords multiple cuts & wearing to edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords wearing to edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 3 Feb 2020 66,890 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Excess wear to inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

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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RE66 LZB is a 2017 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2017 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 59,488 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 RE66 LZB, 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 9 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 RE66 LZB?

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What year was RE66 LZB registered?

RE66 LZB is a 2017 BMW 520, first registered on 6 February 2017.

Is RE66 LZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE66 LZB shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RE66 LZB have outstanding finance?

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