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RV66 CYF

2016 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

82,270 mi
Last recorded82,270 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV66 CYF
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 12 Jan 2026 82,270 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff pinion seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jan 2025 69,850 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2024 56,771 miles

Front undertrays fitted cant fully inspect suspension

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 11 Jan 2023 47,147 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2022 39,224 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 33,592 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 31,338 miles

Both front tyres wearing on outer edge.

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 13 Aug 2019 24,414 miles

Undertrays fitted.

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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RV66 CYF 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 RV66 CYF, 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 RV66 CYF registered?

RV66 CYF is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 1 September 2016.

Is RV66 CYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV66 CYF 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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