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YC60 XDB

2010 BMW 523

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

130,428 mi
Last recorded130,428 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2010 BMW 52357,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC60 XDB
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2010
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 130,428 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Apr 2025 128,501 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

wipers smearing

Pass 5 Apr 2024 126,615 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slightly deteriorated (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) inner track rod very slight play ()

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 17 Apr 2023 118,474 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2022 111,001 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Apr 2021 104,581 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Apr 2019 89,622 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both nearside and offside inner edges slightly worn (5.2.3 (e))

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 3 May 2018 79,175 miles

Both front tyres worn on edges.

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

Undertrays fitted.

Fail 3 May 2018 79,175 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage bumper damaged (6.1.C.1)

Both front tyres worn on edges.

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

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 4 May 2017 66,099 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides inner and outer edges (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear corner of bumper slightly damaged but not causing sharp edges

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides inner edges (4.1.E.1)

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 3 May 2016 52,900 miles

engine cover and under tray fitted

Pass 13 May 2015 42,965 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2014 31,288 miles
Fail 15 May 2014 31,287 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

How Reliable is the BMW 523?

Based on 254,660 MOT tests across 20,979 vehicles.

69.9%
Pass Rate
5,849
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
20,979
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,201
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15,085
parking brake recording little or no effort 9,427
Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,143
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,285
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YC60 XDB is a 2010 BMW 523 in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2010 BMW 523 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 57,586 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 523 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 17,201 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YC60 XDB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 523 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 16 years old, this BMW 523 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YC60 XDB registered?

YC60 XDB is a 2010 BMW 523, first registered on 8 December 2010.

Is YC60 XDB safe to buy?

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