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GL10 LXR

2010 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

148,576 mi
Last recorded148,576 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2010 BMW 52588,176 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL10 LXR
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 148,576 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2024 142,587 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2023 137,282 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 26 Oct 2022 130,542 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2021 126,130 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Oct 2021 126,130 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Oct 2020 122,896 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2020 122,894 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2019 119,094 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 111,093 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2017 102,906 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 95,138 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 73,387 miles

Offside Rear bolt in tyre

Pass 5 Aug 2014 39,781 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 24,279 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 23,611 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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GL10 LXR is a 2010 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GL10 LXR, 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

How do I check the history of GL10 LXR?

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What year was GL10 LXR registered?

GL10 LXR is a 2010 BMW 525, first registered on 17 June 2010.

Is GL10 LXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL10 LXR shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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