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A11 CDW

2012 BMW 530

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

131,160 mi
Last recorded131,160 miles
Recorded on31 May 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA11 CDW
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 May 2025 131,160 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 117,793 miles

Offside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Apr 2024 117,793 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2023 106,240 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6mm limit advise replacement (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2022 93,772 miles

Offside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 73,011 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 71,840 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin rear pads worn approx 3-4mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Apr 2019 61,654 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2018 52,821 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 44,672 miles

Undertrays fitted.

Fail 1 Apr 2017 44,656 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

engine cover and under trays fitted

Pass 1 Apr 2016 35,512 miles

Both front tyres are wearing on inner and outer edges

Both rear tyres are wearing on inner edges

Pass 26 Mar 2015 23,776 miles

Both rear tyres are worn on inner edges

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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A11 CDW is a 2012 BMW 530 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2012 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 81,520 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 A11 CDW, 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 14 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 A11 CDW registered?

A11 CDW is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is A11 CDW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A11 CDW shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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