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K121 CSB

2010 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

204,958 mi
Last recorded204,958 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2025
Typical for 2010 BMW 52588,176 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK121 CSB
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2025 204,958 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2024 192,352 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2023 182,167 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 167,356 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 145,930 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 131,479 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 112,809 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 97,943 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 76,916 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 59,562 miles

front discs lipped

fuel cap strap broken

rear discs lipped

Pass 30 Mar 2015 31,298 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2014 26,902 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 May 2013 22,760 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 May 2013 22,760 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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K121 CSB is a 2010 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 K121 CSB, 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 K121 CSB?

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What year was K121 CSB registered?

K121 CSB is a 2010 BMW 525, first registered on 19 May 2010.

Is K121 CSB safe to buy?

The MOT history for K121 CSB shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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