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BJ60 RKU

2010 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Dec 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

49,769 mi
Last recorded49,769 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2010 BMW 52097,744 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ60 RKU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 49,769 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2024 47,847 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2023 45,916 miles

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

Fail 30 Nov 2023 54,916 miles

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator all (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 19 Dec 2022 43,699 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all brake pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Dec 2021 41,747 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 38,803 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2019 36,431 miles

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

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

under trays fitted obscured view of full inspection check.

Pass 22 Dec 2018 33,051 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Rear number plate screw loose (nearside)

Pass 15 Dec 2017 29,464 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

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)

Fail 14 Dec 2017 29,464 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

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 22 Dec 2016 26,385 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 18 Dec 2015 23,072 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 19,784 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 14,338 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)

nearside front tyre worn on the edges.

offside front tyre worn on the edges.

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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BJ60 RKU is a 2010 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 BJ60 RKU, 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 BJ60 RKU registered?

BJ60 RKU is a 2010 BMW 520, first registered on 23 December 2010.

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The MOT history for BJ60 RKU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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