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FV60 MYM

2010 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2022
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

156,063 mi
Last recorded156,063 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2021
Typical for 2010 BMW 52097,744 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV60 MYM
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2021 156,063 miles

Undercovers fitted to vehicle not allowing full inspection to some components

Fail 19 Apr 2021 156,030 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Undercovers fitted to vehicle not allowing full inspection to some components

Pass 17 Jun 2020 147,744 miles

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

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

undercovers fitted to vehicle not allowing full inspection of some components

Fail 17 Jun 2020 147,744 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

undercovers fitted to vehicle not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 1 Jul 2019 141,816 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 24 Jun 2019 141,770 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 21 Jun 2018 132,742 miles

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

engine cover/under-trays fitted

front wiper blades smearing

Pass 30 Jun 2017 121,414 miles

Offside Front Tyre wearing on outer edge of tread

Undertray fitted obscuring some components

Pass 1 Jun 2016 105,521 miles

Nearside Some play in steering arm

Pass 30 Jun 2015 92,277 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 81,953 miles

slight play in n/s/f wheel

Pass 4 Nov 2013 65,667 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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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FV60 MYM is a 2010 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FV60 MYM, 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 FV60 MYM?

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What year was FV60 MYM registered?

FV60 MYM is a 2010 BMW 520, first registered on 23 November 2010.

Is FV60 MYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV60 MYM shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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