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SC16 NLY

2016 BMW 520

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

92,645 mi
Last recorded92,645 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC16 NLY
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 92,645 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2025 85,816 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2024 71,504 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 64,473 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 58,819 miles
Fail 4 May 2022 58,765 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Apr 2021 52,853 miles
Pass 2 May 2020 45,557 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 37,061 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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SC16 NLY 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 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 SC16 NLY, 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 SC16 NLY?

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What year was SC16 NLY registered?

SC16 NLY is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 14 May 2016.

Is SC16 NLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC16 NLY 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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