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KN60 TYZ

2010 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

173,212 mi
Last recorded173,212 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2025
Typical for 2010 BMW 52097,744 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN60 TYZ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2010
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2025 173,212 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2024 159,102 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2023 143,857 miles

Rear Both wheels have had welding repairs.

Pass 5 Jan 2022 126,752 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2021 126,664 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2021 121,219 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 121,188 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 112,799 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 101,266 miles

Offside rear tyre slightly deteriorated

Pass 22 Nov 2017 91,152 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 78,075 miles

Front brake pads appear low

Pass 23 Oct 2015 61,887 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under trays and Engine covers restrict inspection

Pass 29 Oct 2014 46,021 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edge particularly O/S

Pass 20 Nov 2013 31,291 miles

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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KN60 TYZ is a 2010 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 KN60 TYZ, 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 KN60 TYZ registered?

KN60 TYZ is a 2010 BMW 520, first registered on 8 October 2010.

Is KN60 TYZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN60 TYZ 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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