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A27 TEM

2010 BMW 525

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

138,296 mi
Last recorded138,296 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2010 BMW 52588,176 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA27 TEM
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 138,296 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

slightly oil leak

Pass 30 Nov 2024 130,013 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2023 124,155 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 114,648 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2021 99,801 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2021 98,645 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 17 Nov 2020 86,926 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 14 May 2019 66,600 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 56,103 miles

Front brake discs lipped and corroded

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front coil spring corroded

Rear brake discs lipped and corroded

Pass 27 Jul 2017 52,094 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 46,430 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 36,859 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 25,632 miles

Offside Rear Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 12 Sep 2013 18,598 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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A27 TEM is a 2010 BMW 525 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2010 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 88,176 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 A27 TEM, 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 16 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 A27 TEM registered?

A27 TEM is a 2010 BMW 525, first registered on 30 September 2010.

Is A27 TEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A27 TEM shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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