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2016 BMW 520 2.0L Diesel · SW16 ABK

SW16 ABK

2016 BMW 520 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01/03/2016. Recorded mileage 80,216 miles. MOT valid until 17/07/2027. Taxed until 01/07/2027.

Make & Model
BMW 520
Year / Origin
2016 · Aberdeen
MOT Status
Valid until 17/07/2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01/07/2027)
Recorded Mileage
80,216 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 17/07/2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/07/2027
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2016
Engine
1995cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle presents a high standard of roadworthiness based on a consistent history of clean passes. The most recent inspection conducted on 18 July 2025 at 75,286 miles resulted in no defects or advisories recorded. This indicates a stable maintenance trend where the previous owners have proactively managed the vehicle to ensure it meets all mechanical and structural DVSA standards over the last five years of testing. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,500 miles per annum. Between July 2021 at 55,759 miles and July 2025 at 75,286 miles, the car covered 19,527 miles, showing steady usage without extremes. This suggests regular operation rather than long periods of stagnation, which often leads to perished seals or seized components. The low mileage remains a benefit for drivetrain components compared to high-mileage executive cars. While the MOT record shows no recurring mechanical failures, a buyer should still focus on components prone to wear on this BMW model. An in-person inspection should verify the front suspension bushes and control arms for signs of tearing, as these often degrade regardless of mileage. Given the clean history, checking the brake discs for uneven wear and inspecting the condition of the tyres remains advisable to ensure the vehicle performs as well as the digital record suggests.

SW16 ABK Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 14/07/2026
  • 80,216 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (3 mentions)

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

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

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✓ Taxed
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
✓ No outstanding recalls
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SW16 ABK Mileage History

  1. 18/07/202367,026 mi
  2. 10/07/202471,328 mi+4,302 mi
  3. 18/07/202575,286 mi+3,958 mi
  4. 10/07/202680,216 mi+4,930 mi
  5. 14/07/202680,216 mi

Average of roughly 4,411 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

SW16 ABK MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 29 Aug 2026, 21:42
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 (SW16 ABK) between July 2023 and July 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 14 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (3 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 6 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.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”.

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