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FH10 WTU

2010 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

276,181 mi
Last recorded276,181 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2024
Typical for 2010 BMW 52097,744 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH10 WTU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2010
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2024 276,181 miles

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

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

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

Fail 10 Dec 2024 276,181 miles

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

Front and Rear brake pad wear wires broken

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2023 236,760 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2022 173,725 miles

Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2021 153,986 miles

front discs worn

o/s wing repeater poor

Pass 7 Nov 2020 141,246 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2019 135,503 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2018 128,834 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 114,116 miles

Advise nearside front Tyre wearing inner edge

Pass 8 Nov 2016 109,072 miles

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

Undertrays Fitted Across Obscuring Underside Components

Pass 5 Aug 2015 105,900 miles

brake sensor warning lamp on dash but new pads fitted all round

nsf tyre worn on outter shoulder 0.00

Pass 9 May 2014 101,317 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 79,628 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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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FH10 WTU is a 2010 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 FH10 WTU, 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 FH10 WTU?

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What year was FH10 WTU registered?

FH10 WTU is a 2010 BMW 520, first registered on 26 July 2010.

Is FH10 WTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH10 WTU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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