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MV60 BNZ

2010 BMW 520

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

131,666 mi
Last recorded131,666 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2010 BMW 52097,744 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV60 BNZ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2010
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 131,666 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on 3mm - 225/55/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on 3mm - 225/55/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on 2mm - 225/55/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on 3mm - 225/55/17 (5.2.3 (e))

TPMS Light on Dash

Fail 15 Sep 2025 131,666 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on 3mm - 225/55/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on 3mm - 225/55/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on 2mm - 225/55/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on 3mm - 225/55/17 (5.2.3 (e))

TPMS Light on Dash

Pass 14 Oct 2024 107,928 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2023 104,923 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively O/S & N/S (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/S & N/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin O/S & N/S (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Dec 2022 95,001 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2021 88,655 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 82,392 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2019 80,499 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2018 77,014 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2017 72,741 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 69,779 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 65,711 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 60,775 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front and rear brake disc's worn advise

nearside and offside front tyre worn on inner and outer edges advise

Pass 20 Dec 2013 53,024 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2013 53,024 miles

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

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

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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MV60 BNZ is a 2010 BMW 520 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 MV60 BNZ, 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 MV60 BNZ registered?

MV60 BNZ is a 2010 BMW 520, first registered on 30 December 2010.

Is MV60 BNZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV60 BNZ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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