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AK60 BXV

2010 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

245,848 mi
Last recorded245,848 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2010 BMW 52588,176 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK60 BXV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 245,848 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2024 221,616 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 204,923 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Oct 2022 190,807 miles

Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff propshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Oct 2022 190,807 miles

Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff propshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 177,216 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 159,476 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 148,082 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 132,104 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded n/s & o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

under trays fitted

Fail 25 Aug 2018 132,100 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded n/s & o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

under trays fitted

Pass 16 Sep 2017 122,320 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2017 122,128 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick n/o/s (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Sep 2016 109,426 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 95,622 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 132,746 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Sep 2013 66,712 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2013 66,712 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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AK60 BXV is a 2010 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AK60 BXV, 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 AK60 BXV registered?

AK60 BXV is a 2010 BMW 525, first registered on 7 October 2010.

Is AK60 BXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK60 BXV shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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