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OW10 HBH

2010 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

150,900 mi
Last recorded150,900 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2023
Typical for 2010 BMW 52097,744 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW10 HBH
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2010
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2023 150,900 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Dec 2023 150,900 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2022 136,440 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 125,290 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2021 125,277 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2020 117,618 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2020 117,618 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 109,272 miles

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

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

full under trays fitted

Fail 3 Jul 2019 109,267 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

full under trays fitted

Pass 1 Aug 2018 90,192 miles

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

Under-trays & engine covers fitted obscuring some underside and engine bay components.

Pass 3 Aug 2017 69,933 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 62,937 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 53,290 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 43,057 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 32,735 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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OW10 HBH is a 2010 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 OW10 HBH, 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 OW10 HBH?

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What year was OW10 HBH registered?

OW10 HBH is a 2010 BMW 520, first registered on 6 August 2010.

Is OW10 HBH safe to buy?

The MOT history for OW10 HBH shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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