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AK10 MZU

2010 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

180,208 mi
Last recorded180,208 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2023
Typical for 2010 BMW 5 Series97,422 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK10 MZU
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2023 180,208 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

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

Fail 10 Jun 2023 180,208 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Nearside Rear 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 2 Jul 2022 168,166 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Jun 2021 160,497 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 16 Jun 2021 160,488 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 May 2020 153,122 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 139,977 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2019 139,977 miles

Offside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 May 2018 123,153 miles
Fail 1 May 2018 123,153 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 May 2017 115,090 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 107,340 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 99,613 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 86,746 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 81,938 miles

Both front tyres have damage to tyre sidewall rim protector

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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AK10 MZU is a 2010 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2010 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 97,422 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 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK10 MZU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 16 years old, this BMW 5 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK10 MZU registered?

AK10 MZU is a 2010 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 19 March 2010.

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