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SL10 YVP

2010 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

91,988 mi
Last recorded91,988 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2010 BMW 52588,176 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL10 YVP
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 91,988 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Jan 2026 91,984 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2025 80,696 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2024 65,998 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 63,953 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front suspension arm bushes cracking

Offside Front suspension arm bushes cracking

Pass 21 Apr 2022 61,601 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2022 61,482 miles

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

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 18 Mar 2021 59,008 miles

Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 18 Mar 2020 57,102 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 11 Apr 2019 54,826 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 28 Mar 2018 52,674 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 21 Mar 2018 52,613 miles

Nearside Brake back plate(s) securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Offside Brake back plate(s) securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Pass 12 Apr 2017 49,848 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 25 May 2016 46,957 miles
Fail 25 May 2016 46,957 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 30 Apr 2015 42,765 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2015 42,765 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Pass 13 May 2014 38,265 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 33,356 miles

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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SL10 YVP is a 2010 BMW 525 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SL10 YVP, 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

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What year was SL10 YVP registered?

SL10 YVP is a 2010 BMW 525, first registered on 14 May 2010.

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The MOT history for SL10 YVP shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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