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AK60 BWX

2010 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

162,831 mi
Last recorded162,831 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2010 BMW 53086,899 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK60 BWX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 162,831 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 7 Apr 2026 162,831 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Road wheel fixing missing x4 missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Apr 2025 156,896 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2024 152,412 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Apr 2023 143,379 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2023 143,337 miles

Nearside Front Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front suspension (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front suspension (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2022 136,292 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 129,583 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 123,514 miles

Offside Front Coil spring worn and corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 1 Apr 2019 117,157 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 117,152 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2018 113,349 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 97,675 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 80,019 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 63,242 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2014 45,993 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 34,158 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 34,136 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 530?

Based on 801,983 MOT tests across 56,322 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
7,757
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
56,322
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 30,757
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,664
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 11,558
Brake pipe excessively corroded 10,764
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,374
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AK60 BWX is a 2010 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2010 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 86,899 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 530 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 30,757 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK60 BWX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 530 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 16 years old, this BMW 530 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AK60 BWX?

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What year was AK60 BWX registered?

AK60 BWX is a 2010 BMW 530, first registered on 24 September 2010.

Is AK60 BWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK60 BWX shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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