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AD12 BJO

2012 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Mar 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

139,849 mi
Last recorded139,849 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD12 BJO
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 5 Mar 2026 139,849 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2025 133,834 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts offside on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Mar 2024 128,577 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush arm bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 2 Mar 2023 123,828 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2022 116,711 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 111,285 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 104,738 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 100,057 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 91,525 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 80,797 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 65,195 miles

Both rear tyre's worn close to legal limit (2.5/3.0 mm)

registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 48,768 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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AD12 BJO is a 2012 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AD12 BJO, 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 AD12 BJO registered?

AD12 BJO is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 10 August 2012.

Is AD12 BJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD12 BJO shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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