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D18 AJM

2010 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

124,784 mi
Last recorded124,784 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2010 BMW 53086,899 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD18 AJM
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 124,784 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2024 116,036 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2024 116,036 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Oct 2023 109,520 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2022 99,417 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 96,285 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2021 90,308 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 87,793 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 82,382 miles

windscreen has multiple chips ,but not obscuring the drivers view

Pass 26 Feb 2018 78,056 miles

chips in windscreen

heavy wear to o/s/f tyre on edges

signs of corrosion to both front brake discs

Pass 8 Mar 2017 69,752 miles

rear tyres wearing..3-4mm

Pass 16 Mar 2016 60,633 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 51,421 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 41,966 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Mar 2013 41,438 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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D18 AJM is a 2010 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 D18 AJM, 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.

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What year was D18 AJM registered?

D18 AJM is a 2010 BMW 530, first registered on 20 March 2010.

Is D18 AJM safe to buy?

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