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XLJ 743X

2010 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

140,890 mi
Last recorded140,890 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2026
Typical for 2010 BMW 52097,744 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXLJ 743X
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2026 140,890 miles

Central Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn diff bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2025 130,143 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Jan 2024 119,496 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Jan 2023 108,342 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2022 95,351 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 84,865 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 77,120 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2019 74,629 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2019 74,629 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2018 70,203 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2018 70,203 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 43,322 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Tyre wearing Down More On Outer Edge

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jul 2013 32,824 miles

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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XLJ 743X is a 2010 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 XLJ 743X, 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 XLJ 743X registered?

XLJ 743X is a 2010 BMW 520, first registered on 19 July 2010.

Is XLJ 743X safe to buy?

The MOT history for XLJ 743X shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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