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YP66 RMZ

2016 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

82,875 mi
Last recorded82,875 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP66 RMZ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 17 Sep 2025 82,875 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2024 78,207 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 69,319 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall 245/45/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Dec 2022 63,211 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (275/40R18) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (275/40R18) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Dec 2021 54,004 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 48,215 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 42,747 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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YP66 RMZ is a 2016 BMW 520 in Grey 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 YP66 RMZ, 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 YP66 RMZ?

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What year was YP66 RMZ registered?

YP66 RMZ is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 30 November 2016.

Is YP66 RMZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP66 RMZ 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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