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SW10 UPH

2010 BMW 520

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2024
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

142,381 mi
Last recorded142,381 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2023
Typical for 2010 BMW 52097,744 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW10 UPH
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2010
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2023 142,381 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fitted

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 24 Jun 2022 128,910 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2022 128,910 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Feb 2021 116,047 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Feb 2021 116,045 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick OFFSIDE +NEARSIDE REAR (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm OFFSIDE +NEARSIDE FRONT (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Jun 2019 96,113 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 15 Jun 2019 96,113 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Jun 2018 87,271 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Feb 2017 81,865 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2016 75,021 miles

under trays engine covers fitted

Fail 23 Feb 2016 75,016 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

under trays engine covers fitted

Pass 24 Feb 2015 68,113 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 23 Feb 2015 68,112 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Feb 2014 61,168 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2013 56,131 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

advise front brake pads worn close to legal limit

advise offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit

advise operation of washer jets

advise rear brake pads worn close to legal limit

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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SW10 UPH is a 2010 BMW 520 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 SW10 UPH, 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

How do I check the history of SW10 UPH?

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What year was SW10 UPH registered?

SW10 UPH is a 2010 BMW 520, first registered on 11 August 2010.

Is SW10 UPH safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW10 UPH shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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