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RF10 BFM

2010 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2025
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

167,901 mi
Last recorded167,901 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2024
Typical for 2010 BMW 52097,744 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF10 BFM
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 29 Mar 2024 167,901 miles

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

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

Prop shaft bearing has slight play Rear bearing (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Near side rear (5.2.3 (e))

Undertrays fitted

Pass 18 Mar 2023 152,982 miles

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

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Undertrays fitted

Pass 1 Mar 2022 147,387 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 140,602 miles

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

full under body & engine covers fitted

n/s/r child seat fitted

Pass 27 Jun 2019 130,378 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 8 Mar 2018 119,717 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 102,770 miles

both front Tyre's wearing inner edge

Pass 6 May 2016 96,716 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 9 May 2015 86,730 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 75,711 miles

Oil leak around rear diff

Pass 9 Jul 2013 63,432 miles

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

Offside 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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RF10 BFM is a 2010 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RF10 BFM, 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 RF10 BFM registered?

RF10 BFM is a 2010 BMW 520, first registered on 22 July 2010.

Is RF10 BFM safe to buy?

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