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AV10 EXB

2010 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

126,261 mi
Last recorded126,261 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2010 BMW 5 Series97,422 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV10 EXB
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 126,261 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective Moisture in lamp Not affecting pattern (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 24 Feb 2026 126,261 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective Moisture in lamp Not affecting pattern (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Feb 2025 117,644 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2024 109,555 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2023 101,042 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides, outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Mar 2022 93,371 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2022 93,371 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2021 86,253 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2020 81,188 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view minor chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2019 74,426 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH FRONT TYRES WORN BADDLY ON OUTER EDGES (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Mar 2018 67,738 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Mar 2017 58,796 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2017 58,796 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 50,843 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 40,165 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 29,660 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 20,702 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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AV10 EXB is a 2010 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 AV10 EXB, 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 AV10 EXB registered?

AV10 EXB is a 2010 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 23 March 2010.

Is AV10 EXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV10 EXB shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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