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VK10 VHY

2010 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

171,144 mi
Last recorded171,144 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
Typical for 2010 BMW 52588,176 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK10 VHY
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2025 171,144 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2024 162,008 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 152,788 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 145,335 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 138,003 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 131,287 miles

Both front suspension arm's have slight play

Pass 19 Dec 2019 127,126 miles

Emissions too clean to obtain a reading

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2018 120,318 miles

Engine covers & under trays fitted obscuring the view to some components

Front wipers split but still clearing screen - recommend replacing soon

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

Fail 21 Dec 2018 120,318 miles

Engine covers & under trays fitted obscuring the view to some components

Front wipers split but still clearing screen - recommend replacing soon

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2018 104,444 miles

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

Fail 19 Jan 2018 104,274 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Jan 2017 89,655 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Rear brake pads getting low (3.5.1g)

Engine covers & under trays fitted obscuring the view to some components

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

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both rear tyres getting low on tread (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Jan 2016 86,904 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2015 82,093 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 Apr 2013 74,360 miles

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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VK10 VHY is a 2010 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VK10 VHY, 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 VK10 VHY registered?

VK10 VHY is a 2010 BMW 525, first registered on 13 May 2010.

Is VK10 VHY safe to buy?

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