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OV10 LPU

2010 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2019
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

178,259 mi
Last recorded178,259 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2018
Typical for 2010 BMW 52588,176 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV10 LPU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2018 178,259 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 165,395 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 153,217 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 139,265 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 113,985 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 15 Apr 2014 113,983 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Apr 2013 85,039 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2013 85,039 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

How Reliable is the BMW 525?

Based on 724,963 MOT tests across 56,965 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
7,259
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
56,965
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,171
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,448
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,227
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,065
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 9,710
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OV10 LPU is a 2010 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2010 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 88,176 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 525 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,171 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OV10 LPU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 525 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 16 years old, this BMW 525 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was OV10 LPU registered?

OV10 LPU is a 2010 BMW 525, first registered on 18 May 2010.

Is OV10 LPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV10 LPU shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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