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BK60 YLE

2010 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

183,319 mi
Last recorded183,319 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2025
Typical for 2010 BMW 52097,744 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK60 YLE
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2025 183,319 miles

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))

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

Pass 24 Aug 2024 169,184 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 10 Aug 2023 153,912 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres and have cuts no cords exposed (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Aug 2023 153,912 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating both (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres and have cuts no cords exposed (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2022 145,885 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 144,657 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2020 143,449 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2018 141,724 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all four (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 19 Dec 2018 141,724 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all four (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Dec 2017 140,092 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2016 136,706 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Nov 2015 109,901 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin advise changing (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 71,499 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 53,879 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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BK60 YLE 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 BK60 YLE, 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

How do I check the history of BK60 YLE?

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What year was BK60 YLE registered?

BK60 YLE is a 2010 BMW 520, first registered on 12 November 2010.

Is BK60 YLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK60 YLE 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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