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VA10 DLZ

2010 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

205,728 mi
Last recorded205,728 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2024
Typical for 2010 BMW 52097,744 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA10 DLZ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2024 205,728 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2023 187,435 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 174,830 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 160,914 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2020 153,777 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 29 Aug 2019 142,625 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 130,620 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 117,775 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2016 106,746 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 102,097 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 83,092 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 69,293 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

can't check brake fluid reservoir level without removal of components

n/s and o/s wiper blades are slightly worn

windscreen is dirty, making accurate assesment of wiper's performace impossible

Fail 17 Jul 2013 69,293 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

can't check brake fluid reservoir level without removal of components

n/s and o/s wiper blades are slightly worn

windscreen is dirty, making accurate assesment of wiper's performace impossible

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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VA10 DLZ is a 2010 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 VA10 DLZ, 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 VA10 DLZ?

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What year was VA10 DLZ registered?

VA10 DLZ is a 2010 BMW 520, first registered on 2 August 2010.

Is VA10 DLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA10 DLZ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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