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GL10 VNK

2010 BMW 525

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

148,071 mi
Last recorded148,071 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2010 BMW 52588,176 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL10 VNK
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 148,071 miles

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2025 146,090 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2023 142,076 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 134,753 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 131,471 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2020 120,493 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2019 113,137 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2018 101,774 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2017 92,972 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2016 82,773 miles

under tray fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Jan 2016 72,841 miles

child seat fitted not allowing to full inspection of elder belt

engine cover and tray cover fitted obscuring under side of some components

near side front tyre slightly worn on the edge and slightly cut on the tread

offside front tyre got nail and slightly cut

Pass 28 Jan 2015 63,208 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

emissions no result recorded. too clean

Pass 12 Jul 2013 52,689 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 12 Jul 2013 52,689 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 VNK is a 2010 BMW 525 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 VNK, 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.

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What year was GL10 VNK registered?

GL10 VNK is a 2010 BMW 525, first registered on 27 July 2010.

Is GL10 VNK safe to buy?

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