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WM65 WRC

2016 BMW 520

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

126,539 mi
Last recorded126,539 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM65 WRC
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 126,539 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 111,959 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2025 111,958 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre x2 ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold on inner edge 2.6mm main tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Mar 2024 102,327 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (225x55x17) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Mar 2023 93,217 miles

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

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

engine bay covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 10 Mar 2022 86,201 miles

engine bay covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 30 Jan 2021 76,637 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 22 Jan 2021 76,612 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Jan 2020 68,030 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2019 54,860 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2019 54,831 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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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WM65 WRC is a 2016 BMW 520 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 WM65 WRC, 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 WM65 WRC?

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What year was WM65 WRC registered?

WM65 WRC is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 26 January 2016.

Is WM65 WRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM65 WRC shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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