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BK10 ESN

2010 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

137,831 mi
Last recorded137,831 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2010 BMW 53086,899 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 137,831 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 133,014 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 17 Apr 2025 132,976 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2024 127,524 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 122,817 miles

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

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2022 118,035 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 113,683 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 110,096 miles

diesel emissions to low to register on smoke metre

Pass 10 Apr 2019 106,123 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2019 106,087 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2018 100,402 miles

both rear tyres on 3mm tread depth

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 29 Mar 2017 94,410 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 89,370 miles

emissions too low to register

Pass 16 Apr 2015 84,198 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 78,582 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Apr 2013 60,236 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 ESN is a 2010 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 ESN, 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 ESN registered?

BK10 ESN is a 2010 BMW 530, first registered on 15 April 2010.

Is BK10 ESN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK10 ESN shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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