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DK05 MOS

2010 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2021
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

168,153 mi
Last recorded168,153 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2020
Typical for 2010 BMW 53086,899 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK05 MOS
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2020 168,153 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 148,511 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2019 148,411 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 135,873 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Jun 2018 218,343 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Strong advise. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 113,738 miles

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

chip in screen

Pass 19 Jul 2016 92,734 miles

Slight leak from rear diff area.

Pass 12 Aug 2015 75,795 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 60,871 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 52,611 miles

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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DK05 MOS is a 2010 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DK05 MOS, 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 DK05 MOS registered?

DK05 MOS is a 2010 BMW 530, first registered on 25 May 2010.

Is DK05 MOS safe to buy?

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