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YF10 BLN

2010 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

154,561 mi
Last recorded154,561 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2024
Typical for 2010 BMW 52588,176 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF10 BLN
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2024 154,561 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2023 142,227 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

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))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Jan 2023 142,207 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

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))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2022 124,880 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2021 110,483 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2020 95,785 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2019 126,833 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 69,170 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 66,187 miles
Fail 23 May 2017 66,187 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 23 May 2016 59,611 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 48,969 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 39,292 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 30,443 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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YF10 BLN is a 2010 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YF10 BLN, 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 YF10 BLN registered?

YF10 BLN is a 2010 BMW 525, first registered on 16 June 2010.

Is YF10 BLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF10 BLN shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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