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2010 BMW 520 2.0L Diesel · R123 ADJ

R123 ADJ

2010 BMW 520 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 10/12/2010. Recorded mileage 186,652 miles. MOT valid until 09/03/2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
BMW 520
Year / Origin
2010 · Reading
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Valid until 09/03/2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
186,652 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

Action Required

Official DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.

MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 09/03/2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2010
Engine
1995cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The 2010 BMW 520 has a clean and recent MOT record, with the most recent test on 10 March 2026 at 186,652 miles resulting in a PASS with no defects recorded. This suggests a stable maintenance trend over the past year. The vehicle's overall roadworthiness is not in question, given the string of consecutive passes. The recorded mileage pattern shows a typical wear rate for its age, with approximately 11,666 miles per year accumulated over the past five years. There are no notable gaps in the MOT history, and the most recent tests indicate that the vehicle is being regularly serviced and maintained. However, it is worth noting that the mileage has increased more rapidly in the past two years, with a 3,083-mile difference between the 2024 and 2025 tests, and a further 1,716-mile increase between the 2025 and 2026 tests. Given the clean MOT record, it is likely that the vehicle's major mechanical components, such as the suspension and brakes, are in good condition. However, it is essential for a buyer to inspect the vehicle in person to verify this. In particular, they should check the condition of the rear brake pads, which were flagged as worn in the 2021 test, and the exhaust emissions, which were slightly above the acceptable limit in the 2021 test. Additionally, the buyer should inspect the vehicle's bodywork for any signs of corrosion or rust, particularly in areas prone to moisture accumulation. A buyer should also inspect the vehicle's tyres, which have been flagged for wear in previous tests, and the condition of the wiper blades, which are likely to be due for replacement. The vehicle's structural integrity should also be inspected, particularly around the rear axle, where there may be signs of wear on the suspension bushes or coil springs.

R123 ADJ Key Findings

  • 16 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 10/03/2026
  • 186,652 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 3 historical MOT failures
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
75
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

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✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
! Older vehicle
✗ Outstanding recall notice
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R123 ADJ Mileage History

  1. 02/12/201341,722 mi
  2. 08/12/201464,849 mi+23,127 mi
  3. 05/12/201592,573 mi+27,724 mi
  4. 15/12/2016108,955 mi+16,382 mi
  5. 17/12/2016108,955 mi
  6. 20/11/2017118,229 mi+9,274 mi
  7. 13/12/2018128,557 mi+10,328 mi
  8. 13/12/2018128,560 mi+3 mi
  9. 14/12/2019140,664 mi+12,104 mi
  10. 11/12/2020156,356 mi+15,692 mi
  11. 07/12/2021172,669 mi+16,313 mi
  12. 08/12/2021172,669 mi
  13. 15/06/2023179,509 mi+6,840 mi
  14. 13/06/2024182,682 mi+3,173 mi
  15. 04/06/2025185,936 mi+3,254 mi
  16. 10/03/2026186,652 mi+716 mi

Average of roughly 11,814 miles per year across 16 recorded odometer readings.

R123 ADJ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 8 Oct 2026, 07:59
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

16 MOT tests are recorded for this 2010 BMW 520 (R123 ADJ) between December 2013 and March 2026.

The record contains 13 passes and 3 failures.

The most recent test on 10 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (9 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 10 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner side wall (5.2.3 ”; “Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner side wall (5.2.3 ”; “Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner side wall (5.2.3 (”.

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