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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the BMW 520d Xdrive. Check any 520d Xdrive by registration number below.

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96.5%

Avg Pass Rate

+6.6%

vs BMW Avg

9

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

BMW 520d Xdrive — MOT Reliability Overview

The BMW 520d Xdrive has an average MOT pass rate of 96.5%, which is 6.6 percentage points above the BMW brand average of 89.9%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 520d Xdrive is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used BMW 520d Xdrive, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the BMW 520d Xdrive performs at MOT across different model years.

2021

Based on 120 vehicles

100.0%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%

2020

Based on 157 vehicles

98.7%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Mileage at 5yr

108k mi

2019

Based on 207 vehicles

96.6%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Mileage at 5yr

146k mi

2018

Based on 252 vehicles

98.0%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Mileage at 5yr

89k mi

2017

Based on 331 vehicles

95.8%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%

2016

Based on 201 vehicles

92.0%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Mileage at 10yr

205k mi

2015

Based on 255 vehicles

92.9%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Mileage at 10yr

191k mi

2014

Based on 217 vehicles

95.9%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Mileage at 10yr

204k mi

2013

Based on 90 vehicles

98.9%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Mileage at 10yr

219k mi

Other BMW Models

Compare MOT reliability across BMW models.

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90.4% pass rate

BMW X2 Sdrive18d Sport

87.3% pass rate

BMW X2 Sdrive18d M Sport X Auto

87.0% pass rate

BMW 550

82.4% pass rate

BMW 316 I

89.0% pass rate

BMW 540i Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto

75.6% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for BMW 520d Xdrive

BMW 520d Xdrive — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the BMW 520d Xdrive MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the BMW 520d Xdrive?
The average MOT pass rate for the BMW 520d Xdrive is 96.5% compared to the BMW average of 89.9%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a BMW 520d Xdrive?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the BMW 520d Xdrive reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 96.5%, the BMW 520d Xdrive is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a BMW 520d Xdrive?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a BMW 520d Xdrive?
Typical mileage for the BMW 520d Xdrive: 108,130 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 520d Xdrive to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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