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RF16 VWT

2016 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

86,360 mi
Last recorded86,360 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF16 VWT
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 86,360 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2025 86,302 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner sidewall bulged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2024 75,939 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2023 67,524 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 63,025 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 54,966 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2020 42,900 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 29,907 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 27,383 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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RF16 VWT 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 RF16 VWT, 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 RF16 VWT registered?

RF16 VWT is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 29 June 2016.

Is RF16 VWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF16 VWT 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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