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AB06 ROW

2010 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

119,282 mi
Last recorded119,282 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2023
Typical for 2010 BMW 52097,744 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB06 ROW
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2010
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2023 119,282 miles

Engine Covers And Under Trays Fitted Not Allowing Full Inspection Of Components

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Feb 2022 109,755 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 9 Feb 2021 96,880 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2020 84,585 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Oil stains on rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 22 Feb 2020 84,585 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Oil stains on rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Feb 2019 67,665 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))

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

Pass 24 Feb 2018 45,239 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2017 45,227 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 44,080 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 40,012 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2015 35,067 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 30,047 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Oct 2013 22,883 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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AB06 ROW is a 2010 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 AB06 ROW, 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 AB06 ROW registered?

AB06 ROW is a 2010 BMW 520, first registered on 10 November 2010.

Is AB06 ROW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB06 ROW shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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