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LR10 DPK

2010 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

195,369 mi
Last recorded195,369 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2010 BMW 52097,744 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR10 DPK
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 195,369 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge completely worn out [close to fail] (5.2.3 (e))

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Jan 2026 195,369 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge 225 50 17 run flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge completely worn out [close to fail] (5.2.3 (e))

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2025 190,501 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn out 225 50 17 run flat (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 25 Jan 2024 185,872 miles

Front Position lamp incorrect colour x 2 (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Fail 24 Jan 2024 185,872 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Front Position lamp incorrect colour x 2 (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jan 2023 182,739 miles

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre

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

Pass 25 Jan 2022 178,125 miles

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

Fail 24 Jan 2022 178,122 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cut in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened recommend replacing (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened recommend replacing (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin recommend replacing (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2021 160,502 miles

Boot Can Not Be Opened From Outside Of Vehicle.

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 22 Jan 2021 160,498 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Boot Can Not Be Opened From Outside Of Vehicle.

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 10 Jul 2019 159,143 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Jul 2018 144,952 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 132,618 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Jul 2016 116,943 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2016 116,932 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2015 101,185 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2015 101,165 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 86,318 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 83,444 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2014 83,431 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 65,041 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres near to depth markings

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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LR10 DPK is a 2010 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LR10 DPK, 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 LR10 DPK registered?

LR10 DPK is a 2010 BMW 520, first registered on 19 March 2010.

Is LR10 DPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR10 DPK shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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