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BN12 UCS

2012 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

93,606 mi
Last recorded93,606 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN12 UCS
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 93,606 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2025 87,416 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 79,045 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2023 67,520 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low and worn smooth inner (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2022 56,269 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2022 56,265 miles

Nearside Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2022 55,138 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2021 50,929 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2021 50,929 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Feb 2020 45,927 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 39,805 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 39,759 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 35,274 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 30,513 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 24,351 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 16,632 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2014 16,082 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2014 16,082 miles

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

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 UCS is a 2012 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2012 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 81,520 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 BN12 UCS, 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 BN12 UCS registered?

BN12 UCS is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 28 March 2012.

Is BN12 UCS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN12 UCS shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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