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BS02 DRS

2012 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2024
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

179,120 mi
Last recorded179,120 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBS02 DRS
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 16 Feb 2023 179,120 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2022 155,478 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 145,932 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2019 135,572 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 125,854 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2017 99,773 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Nov 2016 72,339 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 69,614 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 57,731 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 52,769 miles

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

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

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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BS02 DRS is a 2012 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 BS02 DRS, 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 BS02 DRS registered?

BS02 DRS is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 1 April 2012.

Is BS02 DRS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BS02 DRS shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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