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AK60 BWJ

2010 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Nov 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

198,126 mi
Last recorded198,126 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2025
Typical for 2010 BMW 52097,744 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK60 BWJ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2025 198,126 miles

All under trays fitted

Pass 10 Nov 2024 194,514 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s & o/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2023 190,697 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

under tray and engine covers fitted

Pass 12 Nov 2022 185,528 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

under tray and engine covers fitted

Pass 10 Nov 2021 176,570 miles

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

undertray fitted

Fail 10 Nov 2021 176,562 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens which changes emitted colour to other than white or yellow (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens which changes emitted colour to other than white or yellow (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

undertray fitted

Pass 12 Nov 2020 168,757 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Pass 12 Nov 2019 152,791 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 137,231 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

undertrays fitted

Pass 16 Nov 2017 118,727 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2016 99,234 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 14 Oct 2016 99,137 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Sep 2015 90,742 miles

engine bay plastic covers

under floor plastic covers

Pass 22 Oct 2014 87,056 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 67,941 miles

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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AK60 BWJ is a 2010 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AK60 BWJ, 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 AK60 BWJ registered?

AK60 BWJ is a 2010 BMW 520, first registered on 12 October 2010.

Is AK60 BWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK60 BWJ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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