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YC60 DGZ

2010 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2025
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

258,006 mi
Last recorded258,006 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2024
Typical for 2010 BMW 52588,176 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC60 DGZ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2010
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2024 258,006 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2024 258,006 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Oct 2023 223,743 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2023 223,743 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Oct 2022 128,976 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 120,405 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 111,040 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 29 Sep 2020 110,981 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 14 Oct 2019 104,732 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 95,704 miles

front number plate deteriorated

Pass 25 Aug 2017 79,158 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both front wipers smearing

Fail 25 Aug 2017 79,158 miles

Nearside Front Electrical wiring inadequately supported brake pad wear sensor (1.9.2a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both front wipers smearing

Pass 26 Aug 2016 62,578 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 37,991 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 33,331 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 24,750 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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YC60 DGZ is a 2010 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YC60 DGZ, 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.

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What year was YC60 DGZ registered?

YC60 DGZ is a 2010 BMW 525, first registered on 1 November 2010.

Is YC60 DGZ safe to buy?

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