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YB10 OKF

2010 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

124,678 mi
Last recorded124,678 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2010 BMW 52588,176 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB10 OKF
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 124,678 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres slightly worn on outer/ inner edged (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 Nov 2025 124,676 miles

Nearside Front Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres slightly worn on outer/ inner edged (5.2.3 (e))

bonnet safety catch sticking slightly have lubricated but still slightly stiff, advise repair

Pass 18 Nov 2024 116,951 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2023 107,166 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres (slightly worn on outer edge ) (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 6 Nov 2023 106,892 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres (slightly worn on outer edge ) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Nov 2022 98,410 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder ()

Pass 26 Nov 2021 90,918 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2021 90,833 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2020 84,807 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 77,598 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 73,000 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 69,194 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 64,764 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 60,867 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 55,551 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 51,322 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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YB10 OKF is a 2010 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YB10 OKF, 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 YB10 OKF registered?

YB10 OKF is a 2010 BMW 525, first registered on 27 July 2010.

Is YB10 OKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB10 OKF shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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