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FG60 YKZ

2010 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2020
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

164,378 mi
Last recorded164,378 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2019
Typical for 2010 BMW 52097,744 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG60 YKZ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2019 164,378 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Feb 2019 164,321 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2018 155,914 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm tread (4.1.E.1)

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

oil leak rear diff

Fail 21 Feb 2018 155,912 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm tread (4.1.E.1)

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

oil leak rear diff

Pass 14 Feb 2017 146,154 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 13 Feb 2017 146,145 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Feb 2016 136,517 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

engine covers and under trays fitted to vehicle

o/s/r tyre worn on outside edge

Pass 28 Feb 2015 126,384 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 106,547 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 4 Nov 2013 106,547 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

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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FG60 YKZ is a 2010 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FG60 YKZ, 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 FG60 YKZ registered?

FG60 YKZ is a 2010 BMW 520, first registered on 22 November 2010.

Is FG60 YKZ safe to buy?

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