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LN60 UXF

2010 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

157,056 mi
Last recorded157,056 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 2010 BMW 52097,744 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN60 UXF
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 157,056 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2024 147,352 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 143,774 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2022 132,513 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 117,875 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 27 Nov 2021 117,875 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

under trays fitted

Pass 23 Nov 2020 110,871 miles

rear tyre treads starting to wear close to tread wear bars

Pass 28 Nov 2019 97,903 miles

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

Fail 26 Nov 2019 97,903 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2018 85,822 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 26 Nov 2018 85,822 miles

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Nov 2017 75,462 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2017 75,462 miles

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 17 Oct 2016 63,612 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2016 63,359 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 56,951 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 50,878 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 44,203 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 41,005 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2014 40,971 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 40,581 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 28,593 miles

Drivers door damaged

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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LN60 UXF is a 2010 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 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 LN60 UXF, 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 LN60 UXF?

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What year was LN60 UXF registered?

LN60 UXF is a 2010 BMW 520, first registered on 1 September 2010.

Is LN60 UXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN60 UXF shows 22 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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