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BN12 BDZ

2012 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2025
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

145,259 mi
Last recorded145,259 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN12 BDZ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2024 145,259 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 10 Jan 2024 145,250 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2023 133,000 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 128,554 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 113,008 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2020 109,020 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2020 109,020 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 24 Apr 2019 99,337 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 87,277 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 74,363 miles

Under trays fitted,obscuring some under side components.

Pass 11 Apr 2016 63,092 miles

Front both sides tyres wearing low on shoulders

under trays fitted ,obscuring some under side components

Fail 9 Apr 2016 63,056 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Front both sides tyres wearing low on shoulders

Offside Rear tyre wearing low on shoulders

under trays fitted ,obscuring some under side components

Pass 14 Apr 2015 49,843 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Jun 2014 34,902 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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BN12 BDZ is a 2012 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 BN12 BDZ, 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 BN12 BDZ registered?

BN12 BDZ is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 6 March 2012.

Is BN12 BDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN12 BDZ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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