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WP16 ZWX

2016 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

128,560 mi
Last recorded128,560 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP16 ZWX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 128,560 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive DIFFERENTIAL OIL SEAL (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2024 122,262 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner bead (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear differential prop shaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both front brake discs wearing thin

passenger air bag deactivated

Pass 8 Nov 2023 104,613 miles

2x air bags deactivated

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

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

both front brake discs worn

both headlights (aim) on minimum height

both nearside road wheels repaired on inner bead

Pass 18 Nov 2022 91,108 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))

Pass 22 Nov 2021 79,305 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted alloy wheel inner bead slightly damaged (5.2.2 (c) (i))

advise covers under bonnet under car and on outer sills preventing full inspection

Fail 19 Nov 2021 79,305 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted alloy wheel inner bead slightly damaged (5.2.2 (c) (i))

advise covers under bonnet under car and on outer sills preventing full inspection

Pass 21 Nov 2020 66,341 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 23 May 2019 49,313 miles

Front advanced wear of wipers evident

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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WP16 ZWX 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 87.5%.

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 WP16 ZWX, 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 WP16 ZWX registered?

WP16 ZWX is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 23 May 2016.

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