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YS16 DUY

2016 BMW 520

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,695 mi
Last recorded25,695 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS16 DUY
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 28 May 2026 25,695 miles

Front washers partially blocked but still provides sufficient fluid to the windscreen

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light slightly damaged (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light slightly damaged (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 20 May 2025 24,416 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (245/40r19) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 May 2024 22,045 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 May 2023 19,866 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 17,821 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 16,132 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 14,211 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 12,168 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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YS16 DUY is a 2016 BMW 520 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 YS16 DUY, 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 YS16 DUY registered?

YS16 DUY is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 31 May 2016.

Is YS16 DUY safe to buy?

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