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CP66 GDV

2016 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

102,913 mi
Last recorded102,913 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 52569,911 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP66 GDV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 102,913 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Apr 2025 92,665 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 81,902 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 81,850 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 76,109 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 69,432 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2021 69,427 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Nov 2020 63,862 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 53,483 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 525?

Based on 724,963 MOT tests across 56,965 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
7,259
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
56,965
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,171
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,448
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,227
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,065
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 9,710
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CP66 GDV is a 2016 BMW 525 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2016 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 69,911 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 525 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,171 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CP66 GDV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 525 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 10 years old, this BMW 525 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CP66 GDV registered?

CP66 GDV is a 2016 BMW 525, first registered on 30 November 2016.

Is CP66 GDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP66 GDV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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