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EK60 VLG

2010 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2023
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

166,968 mi
Last recorded166,968 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2022
Typical for 2010 BMW 53086,899 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK60 VLG
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2022 166,968 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2021 156,469 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2021 156,466 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 2 Dec 2020 147,450 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Fail 23 Nov 2020 147,140 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 4 Sep 2019 125,484 miles

Undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 20 Aug 2018 107,549 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 90,493 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint rear arm (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint rear arm (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 76,476 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Underside covers fitted

Pass 21 Aug 2015 64,705 miles

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

N/S/O/S/F tyres wearing outer edges

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Topside engine covers fitted

Underside covers fitted

Pass 27 Aug 2014 48,861 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2013 35,676 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Aug 2013 35,676 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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EK60 VLG is a 2010 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 EK60 VLG, 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 EK60 VLG registered?

EK60 VLG is a 2010 BMW 530, first registered on 29 September 2010.

Is EK60 VLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK60 VLG shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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