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BT59 HWD

2010 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

143,314 mi
Last recorded143,314 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2010 BMW 52097,744 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT59 HWD
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2010
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 143,314 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement leading arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement leading arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2025 140,934 miles

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Jan 2024 138,706 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Feb 2023 135,355 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2022 132,947 miles

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

Fail 17 Jan 2022 132,947 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 29 Jan 2021 128,788 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2020 124,242 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2019 114,020 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2018 104,337 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 95,313 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 87,531 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 77,126 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jan 2014 69,138 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jan 2013 54,238 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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BT59 HWD is a 2010 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 BT59 HWD, 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 BT59 HWD registered?

BT59 HWD is a 2010 BMW 520, first registered on 1 February 2010.

Is BT59 HWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT59 HWD shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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