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DG60 VAU

2010 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

149,343 mi
Last recorded149,343 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2025
Typical for 2010 BMW 53086,899 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG60 VAU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2010
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2025 149,343 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2023 132,642 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2022 118,728 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2022 118,728 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2021 107,053 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2021 107,053 miles

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

Fail 9 Aug 2021 107,015 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 1.10 (LIMIT 0.51) (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn forward arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 104,634 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 102,515 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

undertrays and sill covers fitted obscuring some items

Pass 7 Aug 2018 94,549 miles

Both front tyres are worn on outer edges

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both FRONT lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 86,887 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 77,780 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 61,595 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 47,519 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Sep 2013 36,233 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 19 Sep 2013 36,233 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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DG60 VAU is a 2010 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DG60 VAU, 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

How do I check the history of DG60 VAU?

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What year was DG60 VAU registered?

DG60 VAU is a 2010 BMW 530, first registered on 29 September 2010.

Is DG60 VAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG60 VAU shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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