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SH60 BYB

2010 BMW 520

Gold Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2021
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

99,881 mi
Last recorded99,881 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2020
Typical for 2010 BMW 52097,744 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH60 BYB
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2010
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2020 99,881 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 95,430 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 92,297 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 88,892 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2017 88,892 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 4 May 2016 85,237 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 85,175 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2015 85,175 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 21 Nov 2014 83,498 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Nov 2013 73,970 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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SH60 BYB is a 2010 BMW 520 in Gold with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SH60 BYB, 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 SH60 BYB registered?

SH60 BYB is a 2010 BMW 520, first registered on 30 November 2010.

Is SH60 BYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH60 BYB shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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