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AF60 ZXK

2010 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2020
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

157,972 mi
Last recorded157,972 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2019
Typical for 2010 BMW 52097,744 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF60 ZXK
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2019 157,972 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2018 144,832 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 1 Nov 2018 144,832 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 27 Oct 2017 127,223 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2017 127,222 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear/off (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear/off (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Sep 2016 110,224 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

engine rattle

movement to front lower arm ball joints x4

Fail 28 Sep 2016 110,221 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

engine rattle

movement to front lower arm ball joints x4

Pass 30 Sep 2015 91,162 miles

movement o/s & n/s front lower arm ball joints x4

Pass 29 Sep 2014 63,585 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Sep 2013 51,195 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the BMW 520?

Based on 1,661,806 MOT tests across 152,584 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
7,968
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
152,584
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 47,121
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,647
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,724
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 15,884
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 14,720
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AF60 ZXK is a 2010 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2010 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 97,744 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 520 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 47,121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF60 ZXK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 520 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 16 years old, this BMW 520 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF60 ZXK registered?

AF60 ZXK is a 2010 BMW 520, first registered on 24 September 2010.

Is AF60 ZXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF60 ZXK shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AF60 ZXK have outstanding finance?

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