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RX16 BNF

2016 BMW 520

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

75,395 mi
Last recorded75,395 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX16 BNF
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 8 May 2026 75,395 miles

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

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

Pass 9 May 2025 67,943 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 58,361 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 49,379 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 43,445 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 39,249 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both, (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2020 35,878 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 29,287 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5 mm (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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RX16 BNF is a 2016 BMW 520 in White 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 RX16 BNF, 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 RX16 BNF registered?

RX16 BNF is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 14 March 2016.

Is RX16 BNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX16 BNF 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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