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BV60 FGU

2010 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2023
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

138,226 mi
Last recorded138,226 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2022
Typical for 2010 BMW 52097,744 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV60 FGU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2022 138,226 miles

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

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 19 Dec 2022 132,805 miles

Fuel system component leaking Injector (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim not tested Due to defective levelling system on NSF Headlamp (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Differential mounting bushed deteriorated.

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2021 131,304 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 124,464 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 114,620 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Jun 2019 114,620 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 104,430 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 92,407 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 84,540 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 75,193 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 64,979 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 62,375 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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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BV60 FGU is a 2010 BMW 520 in Blue 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 BV60 FGU, 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 BV60 FGU registered?

BV60 FGU is a 2010 BMW 520, first registered on 3 September 2010.

Is BV60 FGU safe to buy?

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