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LT60 SYG

2010 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

135,691 mi
Last recorded135,691 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2010 BMW 52097,744 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT60 SYG
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 135,691 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2024 134,038 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2023 128,283 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Fail 21 Dec 2023 128,283 miles

Front Coil spring fractured or broken both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 23 Dec 2022 116,216 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

tested in wet condition

under tray fitted

Fail 23 Dec 2022 116,216 miles

Front Driver's view of an obligatory external mirror significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

tested in wet condition

under tray fitted

Pass 23 Oct 2021 103,981 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2020 90,670 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s & o/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

under tray and engine covers fitted

Pass 8 Apr 2019 79,446 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 77,904 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 76,014 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 75,009 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s and n/s worn on outer edges (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s and n/s (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 56,132 miles

front pads and rear pads worn

Pass 12 Jun 2014 54,071 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2014 54,071 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Sep 2013 47,704 miles

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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LT60 SYG is a 2010 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LT60 SYG, 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 LT60 SYG?

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What year was LT60 SYG registered?

LT60 SYG is a 2010 BMW 520, first registered on 3 September 2010.

Is LT60 SYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT60 SYG shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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