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YC59 GTZ

2010 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

144,226 mi
Last recorded144,226 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2010 BMW 52097,744 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC59 GTZ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 144,226 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all ( dirty ) (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

rear axle multiple areas of surface corrosion

Pass 15 Oct 2024 125,070 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2024 121,505 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 12 Jan 2024 121,505 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jan 2023 116,312 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4mm centre 245/40R18 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4mm centre 245/40R18 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jan 2022 111,428 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2021 107,232 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge front tyres worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jan 2020 104,331 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing inner edge

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2019 101,245 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 96,969 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 92,483 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 83,839 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 78,562 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2014 68,789 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 57,194 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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YC59 GTZ is a 2010 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 YC59 GTZ, 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 YC59 GTZ registered?

YC59 GTZ is a 2010 BMW 520, first registered on 11 January 2010.

Is YC59 GTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC59 GTZ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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