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PE60 GZO

2010 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

212,485 mi
Last recorded212,485 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2024
Typical for 2010 BMW 52097,744 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE60 GZO
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2010
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2024 212,485 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 3 Oct 2023 194,017 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 176,504 miles

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

Fail 13 Sep 2022 176,504 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2021 156,825 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 2 Sep 2021 156,806 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides on minimum (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 136,395 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 116,380 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2018 107,707 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 98,773 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 86,829 miles

Nearside rear air suspension spring deteriorated

Offside Rear Air suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Pass 5 Sep 2015 72,016 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 59,661 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 46,584 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Front 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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PE60 GZO is a 2010 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 PE60 GZO, 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 PE60 GZO registered?

PE60 GZO is a 2010 BMW 520, first registered on 29 September 2010.

Is PE60 GZO safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE60 GZO shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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