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LB10 YYX

2010 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2021
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

159,888 mi
Last recorded159,888 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2020
Typical for 2010 BMW 52097,744 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB10 YYX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2020 159,888 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 148,015 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2019 148,015 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2018 137,928 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2017 123,602 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2017 123,497 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working side light (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 111,081 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2016 110,891 miles

Offside Front Lower coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 98,824 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 83,523 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 71,404 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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LB10 YYX is a 2010 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 LB10 YYX, 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 LB10 YYX registered?

LB10 YYX is a 2010 BMW 520, first registered on 23 July 2010.

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The MOT history for LB10 YYX shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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