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AK12 XTA

2012 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Nov 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

99,547 mi
Last recorded99,547 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK12 XTA
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 29 Oct 2025 99,547 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2024 96,084 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 Oct 2023 90,513 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 83,009 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 74,645 miles

all four tyres close to limit

Pass 23 Oct 2020 68,510 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 55,005 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted, obscuring some components.

Pass 15 May 2018 44,235 miles

both front tyres wearing slightly on outer edges

engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 15 May 2017 38,400 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 32,549 miles

Covers under the car

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 May 2015 26,479 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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AK12 XTA is a 2012 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 AK12 XTA, 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.

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What year was AK12 XTA registered?

AK12 XTA is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 15 May 2012.

Is AK12 XTA safe to buy?

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