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AF12 ZXA

2012 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2024
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

102,192 mi
Last recorded102,192 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF12 ZXA
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2023 102,192 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Under trays fitted.

Pass 4 Jul 2022 101,430 miles

Lower engine cover & under trays fitted.

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Jan 2022 100,440 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 99,073 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2020 98,424 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber bump stop and protective cover deteriorated

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

Pass 2 Jul 2019 94,491 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Fail 2 Jul 2019 94,491 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2018 89,998 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 88,457 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 72,121 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2015 69,068 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 61,677 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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AF12 ZXA 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 91.7%.

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 AF12 ZXA, 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 AF12 ZXA registered?

AF12 ZXA is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 23 March 2012.

Is AF12 ZXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF12 ZXA shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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