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2016 BMW 520 2.0L Diesel · PHO 34

PHO 34

2016 BMW 520 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 30 Nov 2016. Recorded mileage 78,293 miles. MOT valid until 05 Aug 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.

Make & Model
BMW 520
Year / Origin
2016 · Preston
Safety Recall
None Outstanding
MOT Status
Valid until 05 Aug 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
78,293 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Available on IAGC
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 05 Aug 2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2016
Engine
1995cc
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PHO 34 Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 20/07/2026
  • 78,293 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
  • No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

PHO 34 MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 1 Oct 2026, 14:20
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 BMW 520 (PHO 34) between December 2022 and July 2026.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

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ADVISORY

PHO 34 Mileage History

  1. 02/12/202253,732 mi
  2. 07/08/202360,675 mi+6,943 mi
  3. 19/07/202466,863 mi+6,188 mi
  4. 22/07/202573,791 mi+6,928 mi
  5. 20/07/202678,293 mi+4,502 mi

Average of roughly 6,765 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant
No Open Safety Recalls

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
88
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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Valid MOT
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Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
No outstanding recalls
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