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LR10 UVU

2010 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

142,623 mi
Last recorded142,623 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2010 BMW 52097,744 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR10 UVU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 142,623 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2025 139,998 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 137,964 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2023 135,460 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 126,218 miles
Fail 24 May 2022 126,214 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2021 116,420 miles
Fail 24 May 2021 116,420 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2020 109,458 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 99,736 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 87,818 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Apr 2017 74,234 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 63,854 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2015 51,269 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2015 51,265 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

both rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 1 Apr 2014 38,674 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2014 38,657 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 15 Mar 2013 25,735 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2013 25,733 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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 UVU is a 2010 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 UVU, 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 LR10 UVU?

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What year was LR10 UVU registered?

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

Is LR10 UVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR10 UVU shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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