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A14 CYA

2012 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

153,302 mi
Last recorded153,302 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA14 CYA
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 153,302 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2024 140,371 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement where the shocker sits (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement where the shocker sits (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front headlamp has slight condensation

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated bush cracked (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2023 130,360 miles

Offside Front CONDENSATION IN HEAD LAMP

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated RUBBER CRACKING (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Fail 26 Oct 2023 130,355 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front CONDENSATION IN HEAD LAMP

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated RUBBER CRACKING (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Fail 14 Oct 2023 130,320 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

undertray fitted

Pass 17 Oct 2022 117,730 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2022 113,908 miles

Front brake pads wearing low

Rear brake pads wearing thin

Pass 17 Mar 2021 109,288 miles

Front brake pads wearing low

Rear brake pads wearing low

Pass 11 Oct 2019 100,398 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 90,143 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 82,753 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2017 68,338 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 52,867 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 35,703 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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A14 CYA is a 2012 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 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 A14 CYA, 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 A14 CYA registered?

A14 CYA is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 22 October 2012.

Is A14 CYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A14 CYA 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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