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A22 YKK

2010 BMW 523

Grey Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

90,954 mi
Last recorded90,954 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2010 BMW 52357,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA22 YKK
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 90,954 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 71,135 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2024 60,092 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2023 49,458 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread approx 2mm outer edge worn off (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner zero tread approx 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread low inner zero (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2022 44,177 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge worn off (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2021 34,794 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 32,187 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 30,080 miles

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

Fail 16 Jul 2019 30,080 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 11 Jul 2018 29,337 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 27,581 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 5 Jul 2016 26,578 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 23,345 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 20,143 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 17,213 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 523?

Based on 254,660 MOT tests across 20,979 vehicles.

69.9%
Pass Rate
5,849
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
20,979
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,201
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15,085
parking brake recording little or no effort 9,427
Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,143
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,285
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A22 YKK is a 2010 BMW 523 in Grey with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2010 BMW 523 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 57,586 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 523 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 17,201 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A22 YKK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 523 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 16 years old, this BMW 523 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A22 YKK registered?

A22 YKK is a 2010 BMW 523, first registered on 28 July 2010.

Is A22 YKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for A22 YKK shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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