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RV60 EEF

2010 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

161,883 mi
Last recorded161,883 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2010 BMW 52097,744 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV60 EEF
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 161,883 miles

Offside Front Brake back plate missing

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2024 157,263 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2023 152,201 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2022 146,805 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2021 142,000 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 140,527 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 126,846 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2019 101,578 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2018 75,975 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 64,108 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2017 64,108 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Brake pad wear indicator warning lamp:ON

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Jan 2016 49,981 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint rear (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Sep 2014 41,416 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 30,382 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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RV60 EEF is a 2010 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 RV60 EEF, 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 RV60 EEF?

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What year was RV60 EEF registered?

RV60 EEF is a 2010 BMW 520, first registered on 1 September 2010.

Is RV60 EEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV60 EEF shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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