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AX12 KPY

2012 BMW 530

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

112,490 mi
Last recorded112,490 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX12 KPY
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 112,490 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2024 104,451 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2023 98,607 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 88,381 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 80,082 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 76,558 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2020 76,548 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2019 69,960 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 60,349 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 51,079 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 42,106 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 28,897 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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AX12 KPY is a 2012 BMW 530 in White 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 AX12 KPY, 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 AX12 KPY registered?

AX12 KPY is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 26 June 2012.

Is AX12 KPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX12 KPY 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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