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KW60 EAG

2010 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2023
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

179,360 mi
Last recorded179,360 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2022
Typical for 2010 BMW 52097,744 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW60 EAG
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2022 179,360 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2022 179,360 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2021 164,373 miles

Engine covers/Under trays fitted

Pass 11 Feb 2020 162,243 miles

Brake pads wearing warning light on.

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Feb 2020 162,243 miles

Brake pads wearing warning light on.

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Jan 2019 158,127 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 151,315 miles

rear diff has leak

Pass 5 Jan 2017 136,598 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2016 136,541 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 30 Dec 2015 122,201 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2015 122,201 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2015 112,284 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 96,517 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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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KW60 EAG is a 2010 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 KW60 EAG, 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

How do I check the history of KW60 EAG?

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What year was KW60 EAG registered?

KW60 EAG is a 2010 BMW 520, first registered on 21 October 2010.

Is KW60 EAG safe to buy?

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