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SE66 XFN

2016 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

86,864 mi
Last recorded86,864 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSE66 XFN
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2026 86,864 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2025 78,427 miles

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

Under Tray Fitted

Pass 6 Aug 2024 69,835 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 63,179 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 59,914 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Nov 2022 59,914 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 51,171 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both nearside and offside ON LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Nov 2020 40,374 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Nov 2019 32,589 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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SE66 XFN is a 2016 BMW 520 in Grey 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 SE66 XFN, 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 SE66 XFN registered?

SE66 XFN is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 17 September 2016.

Is SE66 XFN safe to buy?

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