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S20 NJN

2016 BMW 520

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

127,675 mi
Last recorded127,675 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS20 NJN
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 127,675 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2024 93,746 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edges starting to wear smooth. Also has a cut in the outer sidewall, but not deep enough to reach the cords. Advise being changed. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Sep 2023 63,170 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both NS and OS are strongly advised to be replaced at the same time as the front brake pads. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both NS and OS are very close to 1.5mm. Change discs at same time. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 29 Sep 2023 63,170 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both NS and OS are strongly advised to be replaced at the same time as the front brake pads. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both NS and OS are very close to 1.5mm. Change discs at same time. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative Both NS and OS (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2022 39,179 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2022 39,087 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 27,694 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2020 25,286 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 13,495 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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S20 NJN is a 2016 BMW 520 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 S20 NJN, 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 S20 NJN registered?

S20 NJN is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 30 September 2016.

Is S20 NJN safe to buy?

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