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WT16 SVL

2016 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

295,225 mi
Last recorded295,225 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWT16 SVL
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 295,225 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2025 291,938 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2024 285,968 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2022 213,091 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2022 213,091 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2021 150,019 miles

wont rev out for emissions

Pass 1 Oct 2020 89,752 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 53,318 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 51,487 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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WT16 SVL is a 2016 BMW 520 in Black 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 WT16 SVL, 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 WT16 SVL?

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What year was WT16 SVL registered?

WT16 SVL is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 31 July 2016.

Is WT16 SVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for WT16 SVL shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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