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VA60 WPV

2010 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2020
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

90,582 mi
Last recorded90,582 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2019
Typical for 2010 BMW 52097,744 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA60 WPV
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2019 90,582 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 76,645 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2017 67,165 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2017 67,165 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2016 62,440 miles

splitting to rear propshaft rubber coupling

Pass 21 Nov 2015 58,627 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2014 56,076 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 55,909 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Oct 2014 55,909 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Sep 2013 43,805 miles

front brake disc pads - wear appear low.

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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VA60 WPV is a 2010 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VA60 WPV, 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 VA60 WPV registered?

VA60 WPV is a 2010 BMW 520, first registered on 11 October 2010.

Is VA60 WPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA60 WPV shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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