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BD60 VFE

2010 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

143,005 mi
Last recorded143,005 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2010 BMW 52097,744 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD60 VFE
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 18 May 2026 143,005 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 May 2025 130,757 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 127,045 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 115,659 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 109,888 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2021 106,045 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2020 99,310 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 78,987 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 68,490 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 50,779 miles

engine cover fitted

under tray fitted

Pass 5 Jul 2016 45,922 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 109,050 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Dec 2013 105,085 miles

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

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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BD60 VFE is a 2010 BMW 520 in Grey 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 BD60 VFE, 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 BD60 VFE registered?

BD60 VFE is a 2010 BMW 520, first registered on 18 December 2010.

Is BD60 VFE safe to buy?

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