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BV12 GZF

2012 BMW 530

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2025
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

162,843 mi
Last recorded162,843 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV12 GZF
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 26 Jan 2024 162,843 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2023 151,765 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2021 140,756 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 131,460 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 118,933 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 101,524 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 88,877 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 84,471 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2015 73,487 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 65,942 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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BV12 GZF is a 2012 BMW 530 in White 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 BV12 GZF, 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 BV12 GZF registered?

BV12 GZF is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 20 March 2012.

Is BV12 GZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV12 GZF 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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