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FG59 YZK

2010 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

132,506 mi
Last recorded132,506 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2021
Typical for 2010 BMW 52097,744 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG59 YZK
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2021 132,506 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively o/s and n/s worn and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2020 123,893 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Feb 2019 113,510 miles

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

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

rear seats folded down at time of test not allowing full inspection of rear belts

Pass 29 Jan 2018 100,181 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre worn to 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 4 Jan 2018 99,588 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed sidewall cracked to cords (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed sidewall cracked to cords (4.1.D.1b)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 21 Jan 2017 88,324 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 81,023 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2016 81,023 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

Pass 16 Jan 2015 65,445 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 62,620 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 54,089 miles

Nearside rear seat belt not tested due to child seat being fitted

Offside rear seatbelt not tested due to child seat being fitted

Pass 16 Feb 2012 35,333 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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FG59 YZK is a 2010 BMW 520 in Grey 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 FG59 YZK, 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 FG59 YZK registered?

FG59 YZK is a 2010 BMW 520, first registered on 28 January 2010.

Is FG59 YZK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG59 YZK shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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