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AX10 FPJ

2010 BMW 520

Green Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

173,043 mi
Last recorded173,043 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2010 BMW 52097,744 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX10 FPJ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2010
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 18 Aug 2025 173,043 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 160,640 miles

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

shields limiting inspection

Pass 21 Aug 2023 147,228 miles

shields limiting inspection

Pass 22 Aug 2022 132,057 miles

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

shields limiting inspection

Pass 9 Aug 2021 120,565 miles

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

Shields limiting inspection

Pass 17 Aug 2020 115,950 miles

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

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

shields limiting inspection

Pass 12 Apr 2019 105,215 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2MM (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2MM (5.2.3 (e))

Shields and undertrays limiting inspection

Pass 5 Apr 2018 93,199 miles

shields limiting inspection

Pass 18 Apr 2017 82,435 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)

shields limiting inspection

Pass 6 Apr 2016 65,997 miles

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

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all x 4 worn (3.5.1i)

engine covers & under trays fitted

Pass 21 Apr 2015 50,890 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 45,070 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 36,228 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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AX10 FPJ is a 2010 BMW 520 in Green with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AX10 FPJ, 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 AX10 FPJ registered?

AX10 FPJ is a 2010 BMW 520, first registered on 27 July 2010.

Is AX10 FPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX10 FPJ shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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