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AR07 PAP

2010 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

252,218 mi
Last recorded252,218 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2010 BMW 5 Series97,422 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR07 PAP
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 252,218 miles

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

factory fitted covers restricting view of some components under body

Pass 18 Nov 2024 244,316 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 236,194 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2022 214,935 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2022 214,935 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Nov 2021 199,439 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 183,621 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 161,967 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 131,252 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 91,333 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 73,958 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 57,505 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 43,458 miles

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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AR07 PAP is a 2010 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AR07 PAP, 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

How do I check the history of AR07 PAP?

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What year was AR07 PAP registered?

AR07 PAP is a 2010 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 31 March 2010.

Is AR07 PAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR07 PAP shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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