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K8 BLT

2010 BMW 520

Bronze Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

112,218 mi
Last recorded112,218 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2010 BMW 52097,744 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK8 BLT
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2010
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 112,218 miles

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

Offside Front All outline marker lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Mar 2025 108,198 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2024 104,451 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 98,713 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2022 93,493 miles

Rear brake pads wearing thin

Pass 25 Feb 2021 86,025 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 17 Feb 2020 82,769 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 76,783 miles

Front tyres worn on edges

Fail 14 Mar 2019 76,779 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front tyres worn on edges

Offside Rear tyre worn heavily on inner edge

Pass 9 Mar 2018 69,342 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2018 69,342 miles

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 27 Feb 2017 57,622 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 48,302 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2016 48,302 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 6 Mar 2015 39,925 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Mar 2014 30,032 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Mar 2013 23,428 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the BMW 520?

Based on 1,661,806 MOT tests across 152,584 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
7,968
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
152,584
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 47,121
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,647
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,724
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 15,884
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 14,720
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K8 BLT is a 2010 BMW 520 in Bronze with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2010 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 97,744 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 520 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 47,121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K8 BLT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 520 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 16 years old, this BMW 520 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K8 BLT registered?

K8 BLT is a 2010 BMW 520, first registered on 20 April 2010.

Is K8 BLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for K8 BLT shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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