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MF10 NOU

2010 BMW 520

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2025
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

196,493 mi
Last recorded196,493 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2024
Typical for 2010 BMW 52097,744 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF10 NOU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2024 196,493 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 188,809 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Oct 2022 188,809 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 178,417 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2020 74,231 miles

Nearside Front Steering linkage lightly rubbing (2.1.4 (a))

Pass 8 May 2019 166,136 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 157,680 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 14 May 2018 157,680 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 12 May 2017 155,620 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 149,436 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2015 143,034 miles

both front tyres edged

Fail 13 Mar 2014 133,943 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 133,943 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 91,530 miles

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

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

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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MF10 NOU is a 2010 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 MF10 NOU, 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 MF10 NOU registered?

MF10 NOU is a 2010 BMW 520, first registered on 3 March 2010.

Is MF10 NOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF10 NOU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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