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YO03 SOF

2016 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

90,370 mi
Last recorded90,370 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYO03 SOF
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 12 Jan 2026 90,370 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2025 72,156 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2023 60,359 miles

Central Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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 29 Dec 2022 49,912 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2021 40,332 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2020 32,372 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2019 27,037 miles

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

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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YO03 SOF is a 2016 BMW 520 in Blue 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 YO03 SOF, 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 YO03 SOF?

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What year was YO03 SOF registered?

YO03 SOF is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 16 December 2016.

Is YO03 SOF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YO03 SOF 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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