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GB10 SJL

2010 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,721 mi
Last recorded85,721 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2010 BMW 52588,176 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGB10 SJL
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 22 Oct 2025 85,721 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2025 82,168 miles

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

engine cover/under-trays fitted

Pass 12 Jan 2024 80,002 miles

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

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

engine cover/under-trays fitted

Pass 21 Dec 2022 76,287 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Washers weak on passenger side

Pass 30 Dec 2021 69,357 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 4mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

engine cover/under-trays fitted

Pass 13 Jan 2021 63,213 miles

Engine cover and undertray fitted

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2020 58,977 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 58,378 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 56,146 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 53,611 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 50,898 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 46,898 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 42,808 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 39,341 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 35,400 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 525?

Based on 724,963 MOT tests across 56,965 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
7,259
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
56,965
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,171
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,448
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,227
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,065
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 9,710
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GB10 SJL is a 2010 BMW 525 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2010 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 88,176 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 525 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,171 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GB10 SJL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 525 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 16 years old, this BMW 525 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GB10 SJL registered?

GB10 SJL is a 2010 BMW 525, first registered on 26 May 2010.

Is GB10 SJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GB10 SJL shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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