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X333 RAK

2016 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

94,023 mi
Last recorded94,023 miles
Recorded on30 May 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX333 RAK
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 30 May 2025 94,023 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2024 82,680 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2023 74,341 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2022 60,364 miles

Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front wheels outer wall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear Outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres worn close to legal limit. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Mar 2021 40,560 miles

surface corrosion on all brake discs

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle

Pass 22 Jun 2020 35,379 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 24,923 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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X333 RAK is a 2016 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 X333 RAK, 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 X333 RAK registered?

X333 RAK is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 1 March 2016.

Is X333 RAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for X333 RAK shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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