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BF60 XGE

2010 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2023
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

225,801 mi
Last recorded225,801 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2022
Typical for 2010 BMW 52097,744 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF60 XGE
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2022 225,801 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2021 215,097 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2020 204,776 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Oct 2020 204,775 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2019 188,926 miles

Central Front Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Oil leak, but not excessive diff out put seal weeping (8.4.1 (a) (i))

engine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection

under trays fitted preventing full under body inspection

Pass 16 Oct 2018 164,572 miles

Both front lower ball joints have play

Brake reaction bushes are soft

Engine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection

Small stone chips in windscreen

Undertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection

Pass 6 Oct 2017 134,516 miles

Both rear tyres are getting low of tread

Engine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection

O/s/f lower ball joint has slight play

Undertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection

Pass 19 Oct 2016 107,635 miles

Both front lower ball joints have slight play

Engine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection

N/s/r tyre is getting low of tread

Small stone chips in windscreen

Undertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection

Fail 19 Oct 2016 107,635 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Both front lower ball joints have slight play

Engine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection

N/s/r tyre is getting low of tread

Small stone chips in windscreen

Undertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection

Pass 14 Oct 2015 77,579 miles

Engine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection

Undertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 Oct 2014 57,783 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 40,959 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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BF60 XGE is a 2010 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BF60 XGE, 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 BF60 XGE registered?

BF60 XGE is a 2010 BMW 520, first registered on 21 September 2010.

Is BF60 XGE safe to buy?

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