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SN10 HXK

2010 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2024
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

103,605 mi
Last recorded103,605 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2023
Typical for 2010 BMW 52588,176 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN10 HXK
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2023 103,605 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2023 103,605 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced both (4.1.4 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2022 99,402 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 8 Sep 2021 89,371 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2021 89,371 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 31 Aug 2021 89,371 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn straight arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 2454019 rft (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Sep 2020 80,611 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play arm1 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play arm2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Sep 2020 80,611 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2753519 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play arm1 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play arm2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Aug 2019 69,348 miles

both front tyres are wearing on outer shoulders

Fail 15 Aug 2019 69,348 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

both front tyres are wearing on outer shoulders

Pass 6 Sep 2018 60,684 miles

both front brake discs are corroded on inner surfaces

Fail 29 Aug 2018 60,684 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn shock mounting arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn shock mounting arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

both front brake discs are corroded on inner surfaces

Pass 8 Jul 2017 46,497 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2753519 (4.1.E.1)

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

nearside front tyre worn on shoulder 2454019

offside front tyre worn on shoulder

Fail 8 Jul 2017 46,497 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2753519 (4.1.E.1)

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

nearside front tyre worn on shoulder 2454019

offside front tyre worn on shoulder

Pass 6 Jul 2016 33,890 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2016 33,890 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 2 Jul 2015 23,527 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 18,259 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 10,962 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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SN10 HXK is a 2010 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 SN10 HXK, 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 SN10 HXK registered?

SN10 HXK is a 2010 BMW 525, first registered on 7 June 2010.

Is SN10 HXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN10 HXK shows 19 tests with a 57.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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