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VX16 KPZ

2016 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

261,599 mi
Last recorded261,599 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX16 KPZ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 261,599 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2025 239,826 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2025 226,989 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2024 212,727 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2024 201,324 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2023 187,585 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2023 173,363 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 154,912 miles

275/40/18 REAR TYRES HAVE UNDULATIONS IN TREAD

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

Pass 13 Jan 2022 139,424 miles

Nearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) tie rod ()

Fail 12 Jan 2022 139,424 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) tie rod ()

Pass 13 Jul 2021 119,686 miles

275/40/18 N/S/R TYRE HAS UNDULATIONS IN TREAD

Pass 22 Jan 2021 111,010 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 20 Jul 2020 96,765 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 96,024 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2019 75,682 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (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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VX16 KPZ is a 2016 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 VX16 KPZ, 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 VX16 KPZ?

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What year was VX16 KPZ registered?

VX16 KPZ is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 1 March 2016.

Is VX16 KPZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX16 KPZ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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