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VK60 ZZJ

2010 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

126,070 mi
Last recorded126,070 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2010 BMW 52097,744 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK60 ZZJ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 126,070 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 25 Oct 2024 123,960 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 121,667 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 16 Nov 2022 118,827 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2021 116,485 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Nov 2020 110,665 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Nov 2019 105,192 miles

Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 15 Nov 2018 96,647 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 88,410 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2017 88,410 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Nov 2016 80,468 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn severely on Outer edge and wearing on inner edge

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit @ 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn severely on inner edge

Offside Front Tyre wearing on inner and outer edges

Offside Rear Tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 14 Nov 2015 70,535 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2014 60,632 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2013 52,044 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2013 51,945 miles

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

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

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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VK60 ZZJ is a 2010 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 VK60 ZZJ, 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 VK60 ZZJ?

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What year was VK60 ZZJ registered?

VK60 ZZJ is a 2010 BMW 520, first registered on 16 November 2010.

Is VK60 ZZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK60 ZZJ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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