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SP60 UBK

2010 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

136,276 mi
Last recorded136,276 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2010 BMW 52097,744 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP60 UBK
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 136,276 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2025 128,697 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2024 123,916 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2024 123,860 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 114,852 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 104,130 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 88,578 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 79,763 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 75,886 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 66,745 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5 - 3 mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5 - 3 mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 24 Jun 2016 66,745 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5 - 3 mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5 - 3 mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 58,822 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 49,364 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 44,217 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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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SP60 UBK is a 2010 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SP60 UBK, 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 SP60 UBK registered?

SP60 UBK is a 2010 BMW 520, first registered on 1 September 2010.

Is SP60 UBK safe to buy?

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