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KP60 FZW

2010 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2022
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

123,604 mi
Last recorded123,604 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2021
Typical for 2010 BMW 52097,744 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP60 FZW
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2021 123,604 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively all front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 3 Dec 2020 113,491 miles

both front x 2 steering rack ends have slight play

Fail 3 Dec 2020 113,491 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

both front x 2 steering rack ends have slight play

Pass 4 Dec 2019 102,913 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2019 102,913 miles

Front Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 5 Nov 2018 91,734 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2018 91,731 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2017 84,287 miles

damage to under tray and jacking block missing

engine and under floor covers fitted

slight corrosion to frount brake discs

Fail 27 Nov 2017 84,287 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

damage to under tray and jacking block missing

engine and under floor covers fitted

slight corrosion to frount brake discs

Pass 2 Dec 2016 75,195 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 70,343 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 65,234 miles

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

Fail 18 May 2015 65,234 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 13 May 2014 39,645 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 35,270 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2013 35,270 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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KP60 FZW is a 2010 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KP60 FZW, 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 KP60 FZW registered?

KP60 FZW is a 2010 BMW 520, first registered on 15 November 2010.

Is KP60 FZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP60 FZW shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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