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WG16 MXY

2016 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

169,321 mi
Last recorded169,321 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG16 MXY
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 17 Aug 2026 169,321 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2025 157,321 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2024 140,654 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 124,777 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 110,355 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2021 94,480 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 82,548 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 66,702 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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WG16 MXY is a 2016 BMW 520 in Grey 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 WG16 MXY, 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 WG16 MXY?

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What year was WG16 MXY registered?

WG16 MXY is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 27 May 2016.

Is WG16 MXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG16 MXY 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.

Does WG16 MXY have outstanding finance?

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