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AK60 GWD

2010 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2023
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

229,672 mi
Last recorded229,672 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2022
Typical for 2010 BMW 52097,744 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK60 GWD
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2022 229,672 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive diff seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear propshaft bush split perished (donut)

Rear differential mounts x3 worn/ split

Fail 22 Jan 2022 229,339 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear centre bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Oil leak, but not excessive diff seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear propshaft bush split perished (donut)

Rear differential mounts x3 worn/ split

Pass 2 Feb 2021 216,684 miles

wipers slight smearing

Pass 28 Jan 2020 205,866 miles

all tyres wearing unevenly

Pass 9 Feb 2019 184,378 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 166,495 miles

both rear tyres close to wear bars

Pass 24 Jan 2017 141,913 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 121,073 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2014 107,855 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/f tyre wearing unevenly on outer edge and cut in tread

Pass 8 Nov 2013 99,086 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2013 99,086 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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 GWD is a 2010 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 GWD, 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.

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What year was AK60 GWD registered?

AK60 GWD is a 2010 BMW 520, first registered on 4 October 2010.

Is AK60 GWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK60 GWD shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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