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SD60 OHX

2010 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

133,885 mi
Last recorded133,885 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2010 BMW 52097,744 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD60 OHX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 133,885 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened bent (5.3.3 (b) (i))

o/s headlamp dim

Fail 14 Nov 2025 133,810 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened bent (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

o/s headlamp dim

Pass 25 Nov 2024 127,172 miles

engine breather hose leaking slightly

Fail 18 Nov 2024 127,126 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn N/S/F, lower .rear suspension arm ball joint excess play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn O/S/F, lower .rear suspension arm ball joint excess play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

engine breather hose leaking slightly

Pass 24 Nov 2023 120,106 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 114,253 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged BOTH (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2022 106,493 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 96,602 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 91,535 miles

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

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

Under Tray Fitted

Pass 4 Apr 2019 76,884 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2019 76,884 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2017 61,698 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 52,391 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2016 52,391 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 10 Sep 2015 44,125 miles

Child seats fitted

Fail 9 Sep 2015 44,105 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Child seats fitted

Pass 17 Sep 2014 36,097 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Sep 2013 27,727 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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SD60 OHX is a 2010 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 SD60 OHX, 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 SD60 OHX registered?

SD60 OHX is a 2010 BMW 520, first registered on 1 October 2010.

Is SD60 OHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD60 OHX shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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