BMW 528 (2010)
2010 BMW 528
CarHunch analysed 230 real MOT records for the 2010 BMW 528. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2010 BMW 528 passes its MOT on first attempt 85.3% of the time, which is a solid 5.3 percentage points above the UK average—but the concerning note is that nearly a third of these cars (31.7%) have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, suggesting buyers need to inspect mechanically complex systems carefully. With an average of 2.1 failures per test and 10.5 advisories, owners should expect regular maintenance costs.
These cars average 67,384 miles for their age, which is typical, meaning you're not necessarily buying into a heavily thrashed example if mileage sits near that mark. The high advisory count reflects BMW's engineering complexity rather than outright unreliability, so budget for preventive work on suspension, electronics, and cooling systems before problems escalate into MOT failures.
What to check before buying a 2010 BMW 528
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 31.7% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (97%) | 223 | 85.2% | 2.11 |
| Diesel (3%) | 7 | 88.6% | 1.57 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2010 BMW 528 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2010 BMW 528 vehicles fall between 45,137 and 85,458 miles.
2010 BMW 528 — Still on the Road
142 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 77% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2010 BMW 528
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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38.4%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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34.8%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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33.4%
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
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24.5%
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
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24.5%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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23.7%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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23.7%
Oil leak, but not excessive
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21%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2010. Counts include advisories and failures.
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