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GK10 ABK

2010 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

151,536 mi
Last recorded151,536 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2010 BMW 52588,176 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK10 ABK
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 151,536 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 May 2024 132,120 miles

both rear tyres wearing low on inner edges

front no plate in poor condition

Pass 10 May 2023 126,668 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 121,292 miles
Pass 9 May 2021 115,434 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 108,805 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 18 May 2020 108,805 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords and not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and has cut to cords. (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and has cut to cords. (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 31 Jan 2019 95,554 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 88,906 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2018 88,904 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 12 Dec 2016 82,020 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 19 Oct 2015 67,172 miles

Under-Trays Fitted

Pass 29 Sep 2014 53,621 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 26 Jul 2013 43,349 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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GK10 ABK is a 2010 BMW 525 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GK10 ABK, 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 GK10 ABK registered?

GK10 ABK is a 2010 BMW 525, first registered on 26 June 2010.

Is GK10 ABK safe to buy?

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