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AV59 ZZP

2010 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

181,657 mi
Last recorded181,657 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2023
Typical for 2010 BMW 52097,744 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV59 ZZP
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2023 181,657 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2022 164,827 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 148,548 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 132,489 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2019 113,981 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 89,712 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 67,458 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 52,751 miles

Offside Rear seat belt not tested ( child seat fitted )

removed items from drivers view prior to test

Fail 9 Sep 2016 52,463 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear seat belt not tested ( child seat fitted )

removed items from drivers view prior to test

Pass 15 Sep 2015 44,538 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2015 44,538 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Sep 2014 37,658 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 31,218 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Sep 2012 21,785 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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AV59 ZZP is a 2010 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AV59 ZZP, 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 AV59 ZZP registered?

AV59 ZZP is a 2010 BMW 520, first registered on 13 January 2010.

Is AV59 ZZP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV59 ZZP shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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