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BK10 EKT

2010 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

111,482 mi
Last recorded111,482 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 2010 BMW 53086,899 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK10 EKT
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 111,482 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2025 104,760 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2024 93,038 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 90,926 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2021 87,335 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 80,878 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 66,293 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 60,523 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2018 60,471 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 31 Mar 2017 51,445 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 41,349 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 35,588 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Mar 2014 24,321 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 19,173 miles

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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BK10 EKT is a 2010 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BK10 EKT, 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 BK10 EKT registered?

BK10 EKT is a 2010 BMW 530, first registered on 2 April 2010.

Is BK10 EKT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK10 EKT shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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