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AD10 PDK

2010 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2024
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

129,096 mi
Last recorded129,096 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2023
Typical for 2010 BMW 52097,744 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD10 PDK
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2023 129,096 miles

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Handbrake just met requirements

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

Plastic undersheilds fitted may require further inspection

Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Nsf osf (5.3.2 (d))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nsf osf (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Mar 2023 129,096 miles

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Handbrake just met requirements

Headlamp not working on dipped beam Nsf osf (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Plastic undersheilds fitted may require further inspection

Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Nsf osf (5.3.2 (d))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nsf osf (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Dec 2021 123,330 miles

Coil spring corroded Nsf osf (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nsr osr (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Dec 2020 118,220 miles

Coil spring corroded Nsf osf (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nsf osf (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 May 2019 109,314 miles

Plastic undersheilds fitted may require further inspection

Pass 6 Jun 2018 100,950 miles

Plastic undersheilds fitted may require further inspection

Pass 8 Jun 2017 91,972 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 73,492 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 18 Aug 2016 73,470 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 May 2015 45,526 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 37,942 miles
Fail 12 May 2014 37,942 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 18 Jun 2013 30,963 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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AD10 PDK is a 2010 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AD10 PDK, 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.

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What year was AD10 PDK registered?

AD10 PDK is a 2010 BMW 520, first registered on 5 August 2010.

Is AD10 PDK safe to buy?

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