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YF59 LEJ

2010 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

126,837 mi
Last recorded126,837 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2010 BMW 52097,744 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF59 LEJ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 19 Jan 2026 126,837 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Jan 2025 123,119 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2024 119,217 miles

Central Lower Undertrays fitted cant visually check fuel and brake pipes and other susspension components

Pass 17 Jan 2023 116,489 miles

Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 18 Jan 2022 111,849 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 104,251 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 24 May 2019 99,937 miles

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 15 Mar 2018 95,356 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under tray fitted

Pass 6 Mar 2017 91,332 miles

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

Offside Rear tyre perished

PAS fluid on minimum

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

wipers smearing screen

Pass 24 Feb 2016 86,736 miles

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 4 Mar 2015 81,521 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Mar 2014 74,297 miles

Both Front Tyres Wearing On Edges.

Pass 7 Mar 2013 66,855 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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YF59 LEJ is a 2010 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YF59 LEJ, 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

How do I check the history of YF59 LEJ?

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What year was YF59 LEJ registered?

YF59 LEJ is a 2010 BMW 520, first registered on 20 January 2010.

Is YF59 LEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF59 LEJ shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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