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AK12 JVZ

2012 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

173,974 mi
Last recorded173,974 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK12 JVZ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2023 173,974 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 172,329 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 170,777 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2020 157,219 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Oct 2019 144,528 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 121,649 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2018 121,046 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Marked in yellow chalk (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Marked in yellow chalk (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 114,090 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 106,573 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 98,691 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2015 98,691 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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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AK12 JVZ is a 2012 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 AK12 JVZ, 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 AK12 JVZ registered?

AK12 JVZ is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 5 April 2012.

Is AK12 JVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK12 JVZ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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