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RV16 CGZ

2016 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Mar 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

84,164 mi
Last recorded84,164 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV16 CGZ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 28 Mar 2026 84,164 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2025 76,890 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2024 69,637 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 62,710 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 54,636 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2021 39,081 miles

Nearside Front Outer tyre wearing

Offside Front Outer tyre wearing

Pass 27 Mar 2020 33,403 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides wearing to edge 225/55/17 RFT (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking to tread 225/55/17 RFT (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides 2mm 225/55/17 RFT (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Mar 2019 23,045 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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RV16 CGZ is a 2016 BMW 520 in Black 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 RV16 CGZ, 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 RV16 CGZ?

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What year was RV16 CGZ registered?

RV16 CGZ is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 23 March 2016.

Is RV16 CGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV16 CGZ shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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