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FG10 HTP

2010 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

141,326 mi
Last recorded141,326 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2026
Typical for 2010 BMW 52097,744 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG10 HTP
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2026 141,326 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2025 130,284 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2024 117,244 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2023 107,542 miles

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 31 Jan 2022 102,914 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight corrosion to front disc (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Jan 2021 96,974 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2019 89,708 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0 mm also perished (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0 mm also perished (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 22 Aug 2018 86,614 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 85,148 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 72,890 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 67,780 miles

Child seat fitted

Child seat fitted

Engine covers fitted

Under trays fitted

Fail 17 Feb 2016 67,780 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Child seat fitted

Child seat fitted

Engine covers fitted

Hand brake requires adjustment

Under trays fitted

Pass 26 Feb 2015 57,387 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 Feb 2014 45,781 miles

front tyres worn outer edges

Pass 12 Mar 2013 30,912 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 12 Mar 2013 30,912 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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FG10 HTP is a 2010 BMW 520 in Black 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 FG10 HTP, 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 FG10 HTP?

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What year was FG10 HTP registered?

FG10 HTP is a 2010 BMW 520, first registered on 30 April 2010.

Is FG10 HTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG10 HTP 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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