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EK60 BVH

2010 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

174,416 mi
Last recorded174,416 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2010 BMW 52097,744 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK60 BVH
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 174,416 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2025 168,550 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 163,455 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Marked with chalk (225/45/17 RFT) (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2023 155,543 miles

Nearside Front Brake wear indicator lead broken

Pass 8 Jul 2022 146,577 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 134,845 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 127,293 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2019 119,630 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

Pass 21 Jul 2018 108,694 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 96,413 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 95,413 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2016 95,413 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Nov 2015 87,094 miles

front discs worn and pads low/require checking

n/s/f tyre low on outer edge

n/s/r tyre low on inner edge

requires tracking alround

Pass 24 Nov 2014 75,879 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2014 75,879 miles

Nearside Rear Air suspension bellows leaking (2.4.D.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Sep 2013 60,737 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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EK60 BVH is a 2010 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 EK60 BVH, 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 EK60 BVH registered?

EK60 BVH is a 2010 BMW 520, first registered on 30 September 2010.

Is EK60 BVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK60 BVH shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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