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WP10 LHG

2010 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

142,801 mi
Last recorded142,801 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2010 BMW 52588,176 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP10 LHG
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 142,801 miles

Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff pinon seal slight weep (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 14 Mar 2025 133,881 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2025 133,877 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear of front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2024 127,907 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 121,929 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2022 115,955 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2021 110,131 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2020 106,705 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 100,156 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 93,174 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2018 93,174 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2017 85,977 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 76,058 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 67,242 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

cut in nearside rear tyre tread

Fail 14 Mar 2015 67,112 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

cut in nearside rear tyre tread

offside front shocker boot split

Pass 1 Apr 2014 58,891 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 46,971 miles

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

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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WP10 LHG is a 2010 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 WP10 LHG, 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 WP10 LHG registered?

WP10 LHG is a 2010 BMW 525, first registered on 9 April 2010.

Is WP10 LHG safe to buy?

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