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A16 YYB

2016 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

131,679 mi
Last recorded131,679 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 YYB
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 20 Sep 2025 131,679 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2024 118,570 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2023 107,288 miles

Brake pad warning light on but brake pads not worn down to sensor

Pass 19 Nov 2022 94,715 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2021 83,890 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 75,481 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 58,145 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES V.LOW

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 YYB is a 2016 BMW 520 in Silver 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 YYB, 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 YYB?

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What year was A16 YYB registered?

A16 YYB is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 29 April 2016.

Is A16 YYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A16 YYB 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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