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YB59 SKN

2010 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

153,061 mi
Last recorded153,061 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2010 BMW 53086,899 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB59 SKN
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 153,061 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2026 153,016 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Apr 2025 149,845 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2025 149,843 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Pass 3 Oct 2023 146,013 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both & n/s has slight wall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2022 144,397 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2021 140,180 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 138,845 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 123,458 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 102,444 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 80,903 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush front arm (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

oil leak

Pass 30 Oct 2014 61,028 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 52,794 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 34,489 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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YB59 SKN is a 2010 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YB59 SKN, 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 YB59 SKN registered?

YB59 SKN is a 2010 BMW 530, first registered on 11 February 2010.

Is YB59 SKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB59 SKN shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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