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AY10 ZZN

2010 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2024
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

125,080 mi
Last recorded125,080 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2023
Typical for 2010 BMW 53086,899 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY10 ZZN
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2023 125,080 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2022 117,694 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp has less than 1/2 LEDs not functioning (4.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2021 108,520 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2021 108,518 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Dec 2020 103,074 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2020 103,074 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2019 98,066 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2019 98,046 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative both (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 94,499 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 86,955 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 69,741 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2016 68,697 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm [245/50R18]-RFT (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 24 Mar 2015 53,280 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2015 53,275 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 50,124 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2014 50,124 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 10 May 2013 45,723 miles

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

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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AY10 ZZN is a 2010 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AY10 ZZN, 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

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What year was AY10 ZZN registered?

AY10 ZZN is a 2010 BMW 530, first registered on 21 May 2010.

Is AY10 ZZN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY10 ZZN shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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