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SB59 NSN

2010 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

174,422 mi
Last recorded174,422 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2010 BMW 52588,176 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB59 NSN
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 174,422 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2025 174,421 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2024 164,787 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 155,321 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2022 145,664 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2021 133,567 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Nearside Front Brake pad wear indicator detatched

Pass 17 Sep 2020 125,127 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 1 Oct 2019 114,055 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 1 Oct 2018 99,203 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 88,276 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 13 Oct 2016 79,533 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 71,491 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2014 60,248 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Rear diff has misting of oil

Pass 4 Dec 2014 60,248 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Rear diff has misting of oil

Pass 10 Dec 2013 51,559 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Dec 2012 39,545 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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SB59 NSN is a 2010 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SB59 NSN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SB59 NSN?

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What year was SB59 NSN registered?

SB59 NSN is a 2010 BMW 525, first registered on 15 January 2010.

Is SB59 NSN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB59 NSN shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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