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A16 BDN

2016 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

138,022 mi
Last recorded138,022 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 BDN
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 17 Aug 2025 138,022 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2024 131,762 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2023 124,723 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 116,392 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 93,521 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 79,018 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2019 61,896 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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A16 BDN 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 A16 BDN, 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 A16 BDN?

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What year was A16 BDN registered?

A16 BDN is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 3 June 2016.

Is A16 BDN safe to buy?

The MOT history for A16 BDN 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.

Does A16 BDN have outstanding finance?

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