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AE12 JHY

2012 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

106,953 mi
Last recorded106,953 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE12 JHY
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 106,953 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive From engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Jan 2026 106,953 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Oil leak, but not excessive From engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2025 100,665 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2025 100,664 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 245/40R20 99Y Run Flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Jan 2024 93,814 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2023 87,308 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2021 78,399 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2021 78,399 miles

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Oct 2020 69,639 miles

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

Fail 19 Oct 2020 69,639 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 11 Jul 2019 56,856 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 47,904 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 42,708 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 34,668 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 34,588 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 25,049 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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AE12 JHY is a 2012 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AE12 JHY, 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 AE12 JHY registered?

AE12 JHY is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 31 May 2012.

Is AE12 JHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE12 JHY shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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